Apply for a Certificate of No Objection
Certificate confirming that a residence permit remains valid while an application for renewal is being processed.
How to proceed
- 1
Submit a request for an extension before the order expires
In person at the Office of Immigration and Naturalization.
- 2
Request a Certificate of No Objection
Issued upon application.
- 3
Carry the certificate with you until a decision is made
This serves as provisional proof of residence within the country.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. 3 days
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Application for extension filed after the title expired (the presumption does not apply)
- • A certificate of fictitious residence is not sufficient for travel abroad (it does not serve as a substitute for a visa)
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Foreign nationals who have applied for an extension before their residence permit expired and are awaiting a decision.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 1 day
Success rate
approx. 99.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Application for extension filed after the title expired (the presumption does not apply)
- •A certificate of fictitious residence is not sufficient for travel abroad (it does not serve as a substitute for a visa)
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.