Germany•EuropeFamily Reunion Visa (Children/Dependents)
At a Glance
Processing Time
~120 days
Application Fee
75 EUR
Stay Duration
Until age 18 or matches parent's visa
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for dependent children and minors to join their parents in Germany through family reunification.
Children and minors can join their parents in Germany through family reunification. Under new rules, proof of sufficient living space is no longer required for children of skilled workers.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Language
German
Advanced
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for stay duration
Birth certificate
Original or certified copy
Parental custody documents
Custody proof and parental consent
Passport photo
1 recent biometric photo
Sponsor Documents
Parent residence confirmation
Proof of parent's residence in Germany
Accommodation proof
Sufficient living space for child
Parent income proof
Demonstrating ability to support child
Parent residence permit
Copy of valid permit
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Advantages
- Children can join parents
- Access to German education system
- No living space requirement for skilled worker parents
- Educational opportunities
- Family unity
Considerations
- Dependent on parent's status
- Age limited to 18
- Parental income requirements
- Limited work authorization before age 16
Application Process
Parent registers in Germany
Parent must establish residence
Prepare child visa documents
Birth certificate, parental custody documents, accommodation proof
Apply for family reunification
At German consulate in child's home country
Pay visa fee
EUR 37.50 for minors (half of adult rate)
Visa approval
Usually within 4-8 weeks
Child enters Germany
Join parents in Germany
Application Forms
Family Reunion Visa Application
Form ID: Form D
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