Last updated 23 July 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for late resettlers to Germany for Russians
Visa for late arriving Spätaussiedler, Visa for late migrants
Visa overview
Intended for ethnic Germans from the former USSR and Eastern Europe recognized in Germany as resettlers. It allows entry into the country for an extended period, after which the holder obtains further status/residence permit and, in most cases, can acquire citizenship in accordance with the Federal Expellees Act (BVFG). Before applying for a national visa as a late resettler, the applicant must obtain an admission decision from the Federal Office of Administration (BVA).
Eligible individuals
Ethnic German; descendant, spouse, family member of ethnic German
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Visa Information
English international
Category code
D
Type of visa
National visa
Category
Visa for late resettlers
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