What are the consequences of violating foreigner's law?
January 31, 2024 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Friedhelm Wagner
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you as I am in a difficult situation regarding my residency status in Germany and urgently need legal advice. My name is Siegfried Reuter and I have been studying as a foreign student in Germany for three years. Recently, I was informed that I have inadvertently violated the immigration law by not renewing my residence permit on time.
The current situation is that I now fear the consequences of this violation. I am worried that I could lose my legal residency status or even be deported from Germany. This would not only impact my academic career, but also jeopardize my personal and professional future in Germany.
My question to you as an expert in immigration law is, what specific consequences a violation of the immigration law can have and what steps I should take to clarify my situation and avoid any negative consequences. Are there ways to save my residency status and how can I resolve my misunderstanding with the authorities?
I thank you in advance for your professional advice and support.
Sincerely,
Siegfried Reuter
Dear Mr. Reuter,
Thank you for your trust and your inquiry regarding your situation regarding your residency status in Germany. As an attorney specializing in immigration law, I understand the seriousness and concerns that come with a violation of immigration law. It is important that you inform yourself in a timely manner and take appropriate steps to avoid possible negative consequences.
A violation of immigration law can have serious consequences, ranging from a warning to a fine to even deportation from Germany. In your case, as it involves a delayed extension of your residency permit, there is a risk that your residency permit may be declared invalid, resulting in you living in Germany illegally.
To clarify your situation and avoid potential negative consequences, I strongly recommend that you contact the relevant immigration authorities as soon as possible. Explain to them your misunderstanding and violation of immigration law, and try to find a solution to save your residency status. It is important that you cooperate and provide all necessary documents and information to show the authorities that it was an inadvertent violation and that you are willing to resolve the matter.
There are usually ways to salvage your residency status, such as applying for a residency permit or a residency title retroactively. In some cases, the immigration authorities may also refrain from deporting you if you can demonstrate that it was a one-time violation and that you are willing to comply with the regulations.
I strongly advise you to seek the assistance of an experienced immigration attorney in a timely manner to help clarify your situation and provide you with legal support. An attorney can assist you in communicating with the authorities, explain your rights and obligations, and help you in obtaining the necessary documents and paperwork.
I hope my response is helpful to you and wish you success in resolving your situation. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or need legal assistance.
Best regards,
Friedhelm Wagner
Immigration Attorney
