German Asylum System

Asylum procedure

How can I apply for asylum?

Blue Passport

What is a "Blue Passport"?

Deportation

How does the deportation process work in Germany?

Dublin Procedure

Which country will process my asylum application?

Tolerated Stay (“Duldung”)

Do I have any chance to stay in Germany?

Family Asylum

What options do we have?

Family reunification

Can I bring my family to Germany?

Permanent Residence Permit

Can I stay in Germany permanently?

Refugee Accommodation

What are my rights while living in a refugee residence?

Registration as an asylum seeker

How do I register as an asylum seeker in Germany?

Rejected asylum

Is there any chance I can stay in Germany?

Residence Permits for Individuals with "Duldung"

From tolerated stay to an actual residence permit

Residence Permits for Refugees

What types of residence permit exist?

Safe Countries of Origin

What does it mean?

Temporary Stay Permit (Aufenthaltsgestattung)

What are my rights and obligations?

Tolerated Stay for Working Professionals (Beschäftigungsduldung)

What requirements do I have to meet?

Tolerated Stay for the Purpose of Vocational Training

Can an "Ausbildung" help me to stay in Germany?

Travelling abroad for refugees

Can I travel outside Germany?

Unaccompanied minor refugees in Germany

Can I apply for asylum if I am a minor?

Voluntary return

What types of support exist for my voluntary departure?