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What is "family asylum"? What advantages and disadvantages it could have for my family? Where and how can I apply for family asylum? Where can I seek counselling on my options?
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Am I going to lose my right of residence after divorce if I've come to Germany for family reunification?
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Am I going to receive support if I decide to voluntarily leave Germany? Can I resettle in a country other than my country of origin? What types of support can I expect? Is there anywhere I can seek...
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Can I start vocational training despite having a "Duldung"? How can an "Ausbildung" help me obtain a residence permit?
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The Residence Permit for Vocational Training is an alternative to “Ausbildungsduldung” available for people who are required to leave the country.
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Can I stay in Germany permanently? Which requirements do I need to meet for obtaining permanent residence permit? Where can I seek counselling?
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What is "Declaration of Commitment for a Visitor Visa"? What requirements do I have to meet to submit one?
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How can I obtain a visa for a short visit in Germany? Is "Schengen Visa Type C" the same as tourist visa? How long is it valid?
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What is a declaration of commitment for National Visa Type D? What requirements do I have to meet to submit one?
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Which countries are considered "safe countries of origin" in Germany? What rules apply to asylum seekers from these countries?