How long do I have time?

Vor Ablauf des aktuellen Titels

ca. 100-150 €, ca. 13 €, ca. 113 €

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Ohne gültigen Aufenthaltstitel droht die Ausreisepflicht!

Visa & residence in Frankfurt 2026 – Fristen & Checkliste

Step 1⏱ 5–10 Min

Apply for/extend residence permit

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Frist: Before expiry of current permit · Without valid residence permit, deportation may be required!

The residence permit must be applied for or extended at the Frankfurt immigration office. Book appointment in time!

📄 Required Documents

Valid passport(Required)

Valid for at least 6 more months

Biometric passport photo(Required)

Not older than 6 months

Registration certificate(Required)

Not older than 3 months

Employment contract or proof of income(Required)

Health insurance proof(Required)

Currently valid

Rental contract(Required)

Current contract

🏛️ Lokale Behördeninfo

•Immigration office: Kleyerstraße 86, 60326 Frankfurt

•Phone 069 212-42485

💡 Weitere Tipps

Online appointment: frankfurt.de/auslaenderbehoerde
Book appointment 2-3 months ahead!

Book appointment↗

Step 2⏱ 5–10 Min

Apply for fictional certificate

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Frist: Before permit expiry · Without fictional certificate with expired permit, illegal stay!

If your residence permit expires before you get an appointment, you need a fictional certificate.

📄 Required Documents

Current residence permit(Required)

Bring original

Passport(Required)

Valid

Proof of extension intention(Required)

💡 Weitere Tipps

Apply in time!
Still allows work and residence
Valid until decision
Travel abroad restricted

More info↗

Step 3⏱ 5–10 Min

Check settlement permit

After 5 years with a residence permit, you can apply for an unlimited settlement permit.

⚠️All requirements must be met!

⏰ After 5 years of residence💰 ca. 113 €

📄 Required Documents

Proof of secured livelihood(Required)

Pension insurance proof (60 months)(Required)

German language B1(Required)

Integration course certificate(Required)

💡 Weitere Tipps

5 years residence required
60 months pension insurance
Prove B1 German skills
No social benefits

Check requirements↗

Residence Permit in Frankfurt

Apply for/extend residence permit

📄 Required Documents

Apply for fictional certificate

📄 Required Documents

Check settlement permit

📄 Required Documents

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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