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Posted on May 25 2024

What is the difference between UK ILR vs. Germany PR?

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Updated May 25 2024

What is the difference between UK ILR vs. Germany PR?

The UK ILR and a German PR are both permanent residence permits issued to eligible candidates to migrate to the respective country. The UK ILR can be applied after living and working there for 5 years with a stable income, whereas Germany's PR has two options: you can apply within 2 years if you are proficient in German language or after 5 years of living there. 

 

 A PR Visa or an ILR has many benefits as the eligible candidates can study, work, access healthcare and certain social benefits. They can apply for citizenship upon meeting the eligibility requirements of the country.

 

*Looking to apply for a permanent resident visa? Let the Y-axis assist you with the step-by-step process.

 

UK ILR vs. Germany PR

The table given below has details of the validity, processing time, and PR costs for both visas.

Factors

UK ILR

Germany PR

Duration of stay

Indefinite

Indefinite

Processing Time

6 months

Two to Four weeks

Total Cost

£2,885

Skilled Worker category: €113

Freelancer: €124

Highly Qualified Professional: €147

 

What is a UK ILR?

An ILR, also known as Indefinite leave to remain, is granted to eligible candidates who want to settle in the UK. It is also known as a settlement visa, with which the candidates can permanently stay in the UK with their family permanently. The candidates can apply for a UK citizenship after residing one year in the UK upon eligibility.

 

*Check your eligibility with the Y-Axis UK Immigration points Calculator.

 

What are the benefits of UK Indefinite leave-to-remain?

There are many benefits with a UK ILR visa, which include:

 

  • Can live, work, study, and access health benefits within the UK.
  • Can travel in and out of the UK for a certain period.
  • Are eligible for the Social Security benefits provided by the country.

 

What are the UK ILR eligibility requirements?

Individuals applying for a UK ILR must meet the following requirements:

Based on the visa type, the candidates are required to live for a qualifying time period. The visa category and qualifying period are mentioned in the table below.

Current category

Qualifying ILR period

Spouse or civil partner of a British Citizen or person settled in the UK visa

After 5 years

Unmarried partner

After 5 years

EEA Family Permit

After 5 years

UK Ancestry visa

After 5 years

Tier 1 (Investor) visa

After 2, 3 or 5 years depending on level of investment

Tier 1 (Entrepreneur)

After 3 or 5  years depending on the business activity

Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa

After 3 years

Tier 2, T2, International Sportsperson or Skilled Worker visa

After 5 years

Scale Up visa

After 5 years

Innovator visa

After 3 years

Global Talent visa

After 3 or 5 years, depending on your visa and endorsement type

PBS visa dependants

After 5 years

Representative of overseas business visa

After 5 years

Turkish Worker of Businessperson visa

After 5 years

Retired Person visa

After 5 years

Discretionary Leave to Remain

After 6 years

Long residence

After 10 years continuous legal residency in the UK

Returning resident

If settled in the UK prior to departure and returning to the UK within 3 years of departure, they may be able to apply immediately on return

Turkish worker or businessperson

After 5 years

 

Other important eligibility requirements are as follows:

 

  • The individual must be of good character
  • The individual must pass the Life in the UK test
  • The individual must have language proficiency in English: B1, B2, C1 or C2.
  • The individual must not spend more than 180 days outside the UK in the qualifying period.

 

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What is German PR?

German PR is a permanent resident status granted to individuals eligible for a PR visa. The visa is granted after completing a period of legally residing in the country either for work or family. There are many benefits available for a German permanent resident like access to healthcare and education and more.

 

*Check your eligibility to Germany with the Y-Axis Germany Immigration points calculator.

 

What are the benefits of a German PR?

The many benefits for individuals applying for a German PR include:

 

  • Can work in Germany without restrictions
  • Helps individuals get better credit ratings.
  • Acts as a travel permit 
  • German PR holders can also stay in other EU countries.
  • Can get social security.
  • Can get financial aid for further study at German universities
  • German PR holders can apply for citizenship after living for eight years with a PR card.

 

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What are the requirements for a German PR?

Individuals applying for a German PR must have the following requirements:

 

  • Must have a completed application form (Antrag auf Erteilung der Niederlassungserlaubnis)
  • Proof of health insurance (minimum 60 months of social security contributions)
  • A valid passport
  • B1 level German certification
  • 1 x biometric photo
  • Certificate of German university degree
  • Marriage certificate
  • Evidence of finances
    • Employed individuals must submit Bank statements 
    • Self-employed individuals must submit tax returns
  • Reference letter from employer or university
  • Evidence of accommodation (Anmeldungsbestätigung)
  • A professional license 

 

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