Check permit expiry before graduation

Overview

Use this about six months before graduation if your student permit expires around that time. Confirm your permit validity and plan the next status before it lapses.

Timing to be aware of

180 days before graduation

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

Key date to check

Graduation date

Common questions

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

• I just passed my final exams. Can I keep using my student visa until the date on the card?
• My student visa says I can work 120 full days. How is this calculated?

Related events

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  90 days before graduation
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  90 days before graduation
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  High
  5 years after residence
• Blue Card to Niederlassungserlaubnis (with B1)
  High
  21 months after Blue Card
• Blue Card to Niederlassungserlaubnis (with A1 only)
  High
  27 months after Blue Card