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jamesrmorrison
Joined: 23 Aug 2003
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 Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2003 2:19 pm Post subject: Tips for Residence permit / Work visa application. |
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Hi all you helpful folk..
I'm a 25 year old New Zealand citizen about to make an application to live and work in germany.
I'm seeking other peoples experiance with such matters, so as to put forward the most comprehenisve application possible and avoid dissapointment.
I have a german girlfriend, so have an address and family to give support.
I've been in germany 1 month of my 3 month visa allocation and have found potential for small jobs, although I'M unsure weather these employers are willing to become an official sponser with a contract for me etc.. I have a current WOrking holiday visa for the UK and will most likely have to return there to await the outcome of my residence permit application.
I'm aware thatr Visa applications are often 'apply once and do it properly' situation.. so I don't want to screw it up. I'm alos unsure weather the fact that I'M in a de facto relationship with a german citizen works in my favour or not..?
I'd be really appreciative to hear from anyone who has undergone the process or could offer any insights that may be of use.
Cheers all..
Take care.
Jim Morrison
Landau,
Pfaltz,
Germany
[email protected]=== |
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scot47
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| Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 10:14 am Post subject: marriage ! |
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| I will probably be accused of the worst kind of obscenity for even SUGGESTING this. Have you thought about marrying your German girl ? |
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jamesrmorrison
Joined: 23 Aug 2003
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| Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 11:42 am Post subject: marriage.. ? well.. |
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| Hmmm.. yes.. I've considered it. But it just seems to cheapen the relationship to do something like that.. and besides.. we're only 6 months in.. and shes proving a firey one.. So I'm not sure about that commitment. |
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scot47
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| Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2003 6:57 am Post subject: doing it |
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| I don't see that marriage can "cheapen the relationship". You aren't going to marry her just to get residence in the Bundesrepublik. I assume that you have some feelings for the girl. We used to call it "love" but that may be out of fashion with you young ones ! |
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candree2000
Joined: 08 Sep 2003
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Location: Frankfurt, Germany
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| Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2003 7:40 pm Post subject: Re: Tips for Residence permit / Work visa application |
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Hi Jim,
Just a suggestion....why dont you apply for a WHM visa for Germany? ( http://www.deutschebotschaftwellington.co.nz/de/informationen/leben_arbeiten/WorkHolE2.html )
That way you can see if the relationship lasts the distance without committing yourself too far. If you get the WHM visa and then you decide you wish to work and live here longer it is quite easy to get a residency and work permit. That is exactly what I have done...I'm from Australia and living in Frankfurt with my German girlfriend.
Good luck.
Chris |
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candree2000
Joined: 08 Sep 2003
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| Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2003 7:45 pm Post subject: Re: Tips for Residence permit / Work visa application |
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I know that it says you must be in New Zealand when you submit your application but that is rubbish. What I did was I sent my application and passport to my parents in Australia and then got them to post it to the embassy. They have no way of knowing whether or not you are in the country. |
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