Prepare long-absence application documents

Overview

Use this about three weeks before a long absence when preparing your application. Gather proof of reason for absence, livelihood, continued insurance, and housing costs.

Timing to be aware of

21 days before departure

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

Key date to check

Departure date

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• Should I choose public (GKV) or private (PKV) health insurance?
• I registered my address 3 months after entering Germany. Why do I have a huge insurance bill?
• Why is it so important to have my name on my mailbox?
• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?

Related events

• Automatic permit lapse warning threshold
  Critical
  150 days after departure
• Automatic permit lapse (temporary permits)
  Critical
  180 days after departure
• Automatic Blue Card lapse
  Critical
  365 days after departure
• Niederlassungserlaubnis lapse (general)
  Critical
  180 days after departure
• EU long-term permit lapse (outside EU)
  Critical
  365 days after departure