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Niederlassungserlaubnis

permanent residence permit; settlement permit

noun nee-der-LAS-soongs-er-LOWP-nis Rare

Usage Note

Niederlassungserlaubnis is the unlimited, permanent form of residence permit in Germany, generally granted after five years of continuous legal residence and meeting integration requirements. It is more secure than the Aufenthaltserlaubnis and carries no expiry date.

Examples

"Nach fünf Jahren erhielt sie endlich die Niederlassungserlaubnis."

Natural Translation

After five years she finally received the permanent residence permit.

Literal Translation

After five years she finally received the settlement-permit.

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