Definition
A dependent permit is an immigration status issued to a family member whose right to stay is linked to another person's lawful immigration status. The dependent's rights vary widely by country and route: some can work immediately, while others need extra permission before taking employment. Dependent status usually requires proof of relationship, accommodation, and the main applicant's continuing lawful residence and financial capacity.
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Aufenthaltserlaubnis
Residence Permit
Ein offizielles Dokument oder eine Karte, das bzw. die von den Behörden eines Landes ausgestellt wird und einem Ausländer gestattet, für einen bestimmten Zeitraum und Zweck legal in diesem Land zu wohnen.
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Family Reunification
The process that allows close family members of a lawful resident or worker to join them in the host country under a dependent or family permit.
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Means of Subsistence
Proof that an applicant has enough money or stable income to support themselves and any dependants during the intended stay.
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