Apply for EU long-term residence in Offenburg
Apply for EU long-term residence in Offenburg is handled by Ausländerbehörde Ortenaukreis; in the region it currently takes about approx. 3 months.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag
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Costs
100–110 € Aufenthaltstitel, sonst kostenlos
Processing time
approx. 3 months in Offenburg
In Offenburg we expect around approx. 3 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
How to proceed
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Check the requirements
5 years of residence, language proficiency, proof of sufficient financial means, pension insurance contributions.
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Submit an application to the Office of Immigration and Naturalization
Along with proof of income, language proficiency, and housing.
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Issuance of the EU Settlement Permit
Permanent and with greater freedom of movement within the EU.
Required documents
- Personalausweis oder ReisepassMandatory
- Formular / AntragMandatory
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Third-country nationals who have resided legally in the country for at least five years, have a secure source of income, and possess sufficient language skills.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Required contribution period for pension insurance (60 months) not met
- •Proof of housing (sufficient living space) is missing
Common reasons for rejection
- •Livelihood not secured
- •Language proficiency (usually B1 level) or pension contributions (60 months) not verified
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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