What is a Family Reunion Visa?

The family reunion visa is a residence permit for parents, spouse and children of German residents. If you have a residence permit, permanent residence or EU citizenship, the family reunion visa lets you bring your family to Germany.¹

If you have a family reunion visa, you can work, study or freelance in Germany.

You must apply for a family reunion visa at the Ausländerbehörde, or at the German embassy or consulate in your home country.

How to apply for a family reunion visa