Understanding your situation
Your application for a German residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) was rejected by the Ausländerbehörde. You have the right to challenge this decision.
In most German federal states, you can file:
1. Widerspruch (administrative objection) - reviewed by a higher authority
2. Klage (lawsuit) - filed with the Administrative Court (Verwaltungsgericht)
Note: Some German states have abolished the Widerspruch procedure. Check your rejection notice for specific instructions.
What you need to prepare
- ✓Rejection notice (Bescheid) with reasons
- ✓Your original application documents
- ✓Additional evidence supporting your case
- ✓Proof of health insurance
- ✓Proof of income/financial means
- ✓Employment contract or university enrollment if applicable
⏰ Deadline
1 month from receipt of the decision
🏛️ Authority
Regierungspräsidium or Verwaltungsgericht (depending on state)
⚖️ Legal basis
§ 68-73 VwGO (Verwaltungsgerichtsordnung), Aufenthaltsgesetz
Expert tips
- 1.File within 1 month to preserve your rights
- 2.Request Aussetzung der Vollziehung (suspension of enforcement) if deportation is threatened
- 3.Address each reason for rejection specifically
- 4.Consider legal aid (Prozesskostenhilfe) if you cannot afford a lawyer
Document you need
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Administrative appeal
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