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Ausländerausweis C

Permit C (Settlement)

Simple Definition

Permanent Residency. Almost equal rights to citizens (except voting and military). Unlimited validity.

Why this matters to Expats.

The Holy Grail. You stop paying Tax at Source and file normal taxes (often cheaper). You can change jobs, start companies, or take a sabbatical freely.

Actionable Intelligence

Integration: To get C, you need A2/B1 language skills and no criminal record/debt.

Fast Track: US/Canada citizens and some others get C after 5 years automatically (VINTA).

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