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PR after Study in Germany
The usual route is: 18-month residence permit to look for work after graduation, EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit and settlement permit after as little as 21–24 months of skilled work with German language skills. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
- Up to 18 months to find a job related to your degree
- EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit
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PR after Study in Germany
The usual route is: 18-month residence permit to look for work after graduation, EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit and settlement permit after as little as 21–24 months of skilled work with German language skills. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
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Official sources: German Missions in India — Student visa
Germany at a glance
- Work during study
- 140 full days or 280 half days a year; student assistant jobs at the university are additional
- Minimum pay
- Statutory minimum wage €13.90 an hour (from January 2026)
- After graduation
- Up to 18 months to find a job related to your degree
- Longer term
- EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit; Settlement permit after as little as 21–24 months of skilled work with German language skills
Pathway
Typical route from student to settlement in Germany
- 01
Stage 1
18-month residence permit to look for work after graduation
- 02
Stage 2
EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit
- 03
Stage 3
Settlement permit after as little as 21–24 months of skilled work with German language skills
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What helps
Local experience
Skilled work in the country counts in most points systems.
Language
Local-language skills matter outside English-speaking countries.
Clean record
Follow every visa condition, including work-hour limits.
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140 full days or 280 half days a year; student assistant jobs at the university are additional
Statutory minimum wage €13.90 an hour (from January 2026)
Up to 18 months to find a job related to your degree
Possible routes: 18-month residence permit to look for work after graduation, EU Blue Card or skilled-worker residence permit and Settlement permit after as little as 21–24 months of skilled work with German language skills.
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