For residents who need to extend their stay and don't want to risk gaps or delays.
Extend or renew your residence permit before it expires.
Your permit expires in a few months. Or a few weeks. Either way, you need to act.
But Ausländerbehörde appointments book out far in advance, and showing up unprepared means delays.
We help you submit the extension application get an extension appointment from the immigration office, and renew without drama.
Document checklist
Application preparation;
Employer letter guidance; Status updates
Application submission
The exact application types, fields, and situations.
Whether you're from India, Nigeria, Brazil, or anywhere else! Your nationality doesn't limit our ability to help.
Any kind of temporary work permit: employment, self-employment, family reunion etc
For people who hold a residence permit that expires in 2-3 months
Application from scratch, Follow-ups, inaction lawsuit
Valid residence permit
Proof of financial stability
Proof of continued employment or purpose
German health insurance
Here's exactly what happens when you start with Drift.
1
Share your current permit, contract, and recent payslips. We check what's needed for renewal.
2
We compile everything and make sure your employer letter says what it needs to say.
3
Show up with a complete file. We tell you exactly what to expect and what they'll ask.
4
We submit your application
5
After approval, your renewed permit is ready for pickup.
Immigration law is complex and every case is different, so costs naturally vary. But through how Drift works, our clients pay on average 60% less than traditional law firm quotes.
You know the full cost upfront. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. Lawyers only step in when necessary.
When lawyers are needed, We handle the admin and prep so they focus on review which keeps costs down for you.
Your exact price
depends on your case
Application type, responsible authority, and level of legal support all affect the final quote.
Still hesitant ? Book a free intro call to get a clear number before you commit.
Every case is different, but these three things stay the same.
You end up paying less
One flat fee, no hourly billing. We automate the admin work so lawyers focus on review which keeps costs down for you.
We check every document and form before submission. Mistakes that cause rejections don't make it past our review.
You'll know what's happening at every step. No chasing, no radio silence. We update you before you have to ask.
We’re driven by the people we serve: Immigrants, families, and founders whose journeys define the solutions we deliver.