
General information about entering Germany and residing in the Saarland
Citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland
When you arrive, the immigration office will issue you a residence card as proof of your freedom of movement, as long as you meet certain requirements (marriage status, sufficient means, health insurance). Exception for citizens of Switzerland and their family members: You must notify the local immigration office of your intention to stay within three months of entering the Saarland. You will receive a residence permit to show that you have the right to stay.
Registration with the authorities is mandatory in Germany. If you move into an apartment in the Saarland, you must register at the registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt) in the city or municipality in which you live. In the Saarland, you must do this within a period of one week.
Residence titles for long-term residence
in the Federal Republic of Germany/Saarland
EU Blue Card (temporary)
Settlement permit (permanent)
EU long-term residence permit (permanent)
The EU long-term residence permit allows you to move freely within the EU. You can obtain a temporary residence permit in another EU country if you have this permit.
Information about immigration of family members
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