Securing residence status
Support with the grant, extension and change of residence permits, including independent residence perspectives after separation or status changes.
Services
Entry, residence permits, family reunification, independent residence rights and naturalisation
Immigration law for entry, residence status and citizenship.
For people who were not born in Germany, the need for legal guidance after arrival is often substantial. The firm advises in particular on entry and residence, family reunification, independent residence rights and citizenship.
01 Entry, residence and family reunification
02 Independent residence rights after separation or status changes
03 Naturalisation, citizenship and disputes with authorities
Immigration law
Core areas of support
The firm does not only assist with the application itself, but also with the strategic communication around it.
Family and life planning
Advice on family reunification, spouse and child immigration, language and means-of-support issues, and consular evidence requirements.
Citizenship and disputes with authorities
Assessment of delays, refusals, inactivity and court options in naturalisation and residence procedures.
Immigration law
Typical mandates
In immigration matters, a clean file and a coherent position often make the difference between stagnation and progress.
An appointment with the immigration authority is approaching and the required documents are unclear
Family reunification must be prepared or accelerated
An independent residence right must be clarified after separation
Naturalisation is delayed or has been refused
A residence permit is about to expire and the next status is still open
A challenge against an administrative decision needs to be prepared
Process
How we proceed
- 1 First we clarify status, objective and the actual file situation.
- 2 Then we identify which documents, statements and evidence are truly decisive.
- 3 Communication with the authority or the court is brought onto a clear and coherent line.
- 4 If necessary, objection, interim relief or a claim is prepared and pursued consistently.
Immigration law
Frequently asked questions on immigration law
These are the points that almost always come up first in an immigration-law initial consultation.
How long do I have after a negative decision?
Decisions of the immigration authority can usually be challenged within one month of service. If an exit obligation is imminent, an interim legal application may also be needed. Letting the deadline pass typically closes the regular legal route.
What if the immigration authority does not decide?
If an application, for example for an extension, family reunification or naturalisation, is left undecided for an extended period, an action for failure to act (Untaetigkeitsklage) may be appropriate. It can accelerate the process but is used strategically, because it changes the tone of dealings with the responsible officer.
Does marrying a German citizen automatically secure residence?
No. A spouse-based residence permit is tied to several conditions, including income, housing, genuine marital life and basic German language skills. After separation, an independent right of residence may be available, but the requirements are strict and depend on the specifics of the case.
Which documents help for an initial assessment?
A current residence permit, passport copy, the most recent authority decision, registration certificate, proof of income and health insurance, and the key correspondence with the authority are usually enough to position the case precisely from the start.
Documents
Documents that help at the start
Decisions, residence permits, passport copies, registration records and income documents speed up the first assessment considerably.
Contact
Open immigration-law question?
The earlier a matter is structured, the easier it becomes to reduce delay and avoid preventable refusals.
- +49 (0)30 206785210
- kanzlei@jablukov.de
- Meetings in the office, by phone or online by arrangement.