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How spouses and children can move to Germany through family reunification visa

If you have a spouse, partner or dependent child living in Germany, the country's family reunification visa could allow you to join them and live together in Germany. The visa is designed for close family members of German citizens and legal residents. It is issued as a national Type D visa and is typically valid for three to 12 months.

After arriving in Germany, visa holders must apply for a residence permit to continue their stay.

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