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Germany Student visa - Dependents & family

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Is it true that Germany only allows dependent visas after getting a full-time work permit and not with a student visa?

Are there any other European countries that support dependent visas along with student visas?

Are there universities or countries with scholarships and moderate living expenses suitable for me and my kid in Germany for a Master's?

Can international students in Germany realistically bring an ailing parent to live with them after finishing their masters?

Realistically, no, not right after graduation. You must first hold a skilled worker or Blue Card job, prove a high income, and buy costly private health insurance for your parent. The alternative hardship route only works if care is provably unavailable anywhere in your home country, which is rare.

Can my spouse work in Germany on my Blue Card?

Yes. The EU Blue Card gives your spouse the right to work in Germany immediately after joining you. There is no German language requirement and no limit on the type of work. This is one of the strongest family benefits of the Blue Card route for software engineers.

After getting a dependent visa, can my spouse work there or do we need a different visa in Germany?

What about dependent visas for Germany?

Can you explain the difference between Germany and Ireland regarding dependent visas and family stay for a PhD?

All Questions (10)

Is it true that Germany only allows dependent visas after getting a full-time work permit and not with a student visa?

Are there any other European countries that support dependent visas along with student visas?

Are there universities or countries with scholarships and moderate living expenses suitable for me and my kid in Germany for a Master's?

Can international students in Germany realistically bring an ailing parent to live with them after finishing their masters?

Can my spouse work in Germany on my Blue Card?

After getting a dependent visa, can my spouse work there or do we need a different visa in Germany?

What about dependent visas for Germany?

Can you explain the difference between Germany and Ireland regarding dependent visas and family stay for a PhD?

Can a student apply for a dependent visa for their daughter to accompany them abroad in New Zealand/Germany for a Postgraduate?

Is a dependent visa allowed for students in European countries in Ireland/Germany for a PhD?

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