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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