# Immigration
Do I need a visa if I want to live in Germany? My partner is German – can I live and work in Germany too? There are many aspects to the topic of immigration into Germany, and lots of questions associated with it. This page provides answers, advisory services, links and much more.
To ServicesInformation about Rights & Duties
If you want to learn the German language, you can take part in an integration course under certain conditions.
With this declaration, you undertake to ensure the visitor's livelihood, including benefits in the event of illness, for the duration of your stay.
You can only contact the Residents' Customer Service Center responsible for your place of residence. The Bergedorf and Billstedt locations are exceptions. There, please send an e-mail to the Foreigners Affairs department.
Sie können die verbindliche Feststellung Ihrer deutschen Staatsangehörigkeit beantragen, wenn Sie ein berechtigtes Interesse daran haben.
Information about the integration course
Here you will find information on the issuance of the electronic residence permit.
If you are a third-country national family member of an EU or EEA citizen who has resided permanently and lawfully in Germany for a period of five years, you can apply to the Foreigners' Registration Office for a permanent residence card.