Residence permanent permit according to §28 (1) No. 3

Hello,

I hold an (Aufenthaltstitel) according to Paragraph 28 because my son is German. This is my 6 year in Germany and my residency is due to be renewed. I was wondering if I can apply for the permanent residency but without B1 certificate. I have attended courses until A2.2. Do you think it is okay to apply for it with a certificate of attendance from a language school?

I have not done the integration course due to my full time job. Not sure if this helps but I came to Germany as a skilled worker and then changed my residency type to P. 28.

I have a permanent contract and hold a master's degree in my qualifications. My job is merely in English.

Any advice would be helpful. Thanks

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Barbara Stasiak_Community Manager

Hello @EgyinGermany , Thank you for contacting us. If you wish to apply for permanent residence, you will generally need to meet a number of requirements. One of these requirements is knowledge of German at level B1. A certificate of attendance can show your commitment to learning German, but it's unlikely to replace the B1 certificate for permanent residence purposes. A basic knowledge of the German legal and social system is also required, although this is often not explicitly mentioned. You can find more information on our website: https://handbookgermany.de/en/permanent-residence-migrants If you have any further questions, please let us know. Best Barbara

EgyinGermany

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Thank you very much Barbara for your swiftly answer. The handbook is very clear too.

Do you know if I can take an integration test without attending the integration course?

Now, that I will have to renew my residency since I am not eligible for the permanent one due to the B1 requirement, can I still apply for the permanent residency whilst my normal residency is valid? for example in 6 months or so or does it have to be when it is due to be renewed?

I have just been reading about obtaining a Blue Card. Can I apply for it with my Aufenthaltstitel P.28? As far as I know, I meet all the requirements. Would that make it quicker or easier? Thank you in advance for answering all my complex questions. :)

Best regards,

Yara_Community Manger

Hello, @EgyinGermany ,

thanks for your reply. I will continue answering your questions, my colleague Barbara is on holidays.

I have some good news for you. You will not need to do the integration test or “Leben in Deutschland test” in order to receive the permanent residency. See this accordion: https://handbookgermany.de/en/permanent-residence-migrants#faq_551
You can also see the requirements on the website of the immigration office of Berlin, there is no mention of the test. https://service.berlin.de/dienstleistung/327012/en/

However, you will need the B2 German level.

You can also apply for a Blue Card, if you fulfill the requirements. With a Blue Card A1 German knowledge is enough for a permanent residency. However, you will receive the permanent residency only after 27months with the Blue Card.
See our accordion here: https://handbookgermany.de/en/permanent-residence-migrants#faq_550

You can decide what option works best for you.

If you have any further questions, please let us know.
Best wishes

EgyinGermany