Visa, residence permit, and working in Germany

On this page we provide information about special visa and residence permits, as well as work permits for international researchers.

Important information: Since 01.06.2024 the new law regarding the immigration of skilled workers has come into force. This has led to changes in the names of the paragraphs of the various visas and residence permits.

Visa and residence permit

If you are a citizen of a country outside the European Union, you will usually need a visa to enter Germany. Please make sure to apply for your visa at the German embassy or consulate in your country of residence.

Once in Germany, you may also need to apply for a residence permit (Aufenthaltsgenehmigung). The type of permit depends on your individual situation.

For detailed information on visa requirements and residence permits, please visit the Tübingen Research Campus (TRC) website

Hosting agreement

If you require a visa for researchers ( §18d, Residence Act), the University of Tuebingen’s Welcome Center is glad to sign a hosting agreement with you. Within our University, only the Welcome Center is authorized to issue a hosting agreement for international researchers.

Please contact us to check if the visa/residence permit for researchers is an option for you.

Understanding your pay slip

Confused about what all the words and numbers on your payslip mean? Please see the document "Your Remuneration Statement Explained" for a detailed explanation of each item.

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