Germany PR vs. Germany Blue Card

What is the difference between German PR and German Blue Card?
 

Germany offers several visas for visitors, working professionals, and citizens who want to migrate to Germany. If you want to migrate to Germany for a permanent residency, you might be interested in Germany PR or Germany Blue Card. Though both are types of residence permits offered by Germany, there are some major differences between the two:

 

• The Germany PR is a permanent residence permit with unlimited validity, while the Germany Blue card is valid only for four years and is subject to renewal.
• The German PR is accepted in all EU countries, while the Germany Blue Card is valid only in Germany.
• The German PR requires a minimum residence of 5 years in Germany, while the Germany Blue Card allows you to apply after 33 months of stay in Germany.
• You must have contributed to the statutory pension scheme for at least 60 months to get a German PR, while the German Blue card requires a minimum annual gross salary of €58,400.

 

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Germany Blue Card vs. Germany PR

Factors	Germany PR Visa	Germany Blue Card
Minimum duration of stay required to apply	5 years	33 months
Eligibility Requirements	Requires at least 60 months of contribution to the statutory pension scheme	Requires minimum annual gross salary of €58,400
Processing Time	6 to 15 days	90 days
Processing Cost	€80	€110-€140

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What is German PR?
 

Germany PR is a permanent settlement permit in Germany. Also Known as Niederlassungserlaubnis, it allows you to study, work, and live in Germany unlimitedly, without any restrictions. After having a German PR for 6 years, you can even apply for German citizenship.

 

Germany PR eligibility criteria

You would be eligible for Germany PR if you have:

 

• Live in Germany for at least five years, or
• Married to a German citizen and have lived in Germany for at least 3 years
• Sufficient funds to support yourself in Germany
• Basic knowledge of the German language and social life in Germany
• Permanent place to stay in Germany for yourself and your family
• Contributed to the statutory pension insurance for at least 60 months

 

What is a German Blue Card?

A type of EU Blue card, Germany Blue Card, is issued by the government of Germany for non-EU nationals studying in a German University and/or working as a skilled professional in the country.

 

This allows you to work or change jobs within the first two years and enjoy mobility rights within Europe. There are no limitations on working, studying or bringing your dependents to Germany.

 

Germany Blue Card eligibility criteria

You would be eligible for a Germany Blue card only if:

 

• You have a degree from a German university or are at least enrolled on one or
• You have an employment offer from a company in Germany
• You have or are willing to work for at least 6 months in that company
• Your gross annual salary is €45,300 or above
• You have a basic knowledge of the German language

 

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