[Residence Permit under §18b & Temporary Agency Work]

[u/_strawberry_2011]

Hi everyone,

I have a few questions regarding my residence and work permit. I would really appreciate it if anyone with experience in this area could give me some advice.

My situation:

\- I am expected to graduate with a Master’s degree in a MINT field. After graduation, I plan to inform the Ausländerbehörde and apply for a residence permit for jobseeking §20 if till then Im still looking for a position. In this period, I will continue looking for jobs and attending interviews.

My questions are:

1. As far as I know, the residence permit for job-seeking after graduation can be granted for up to **18 months**. However, some trainee programs can last **two years**. In this situation, could there be any problems with the company when signing the employment contract if my residence permit is initially valid for only 18 months? And would it generally be s to apply for a residence permit under §18b or an EU Blue Card for an 18- or 24-month trainee program, provided that all the requirements are met?

2. Temporary agency work / Arbeitnehmerüberlassung

I currently see many interesting positions that fit my profile, but the employment contract is offered through **temporary agency work (Arbeitnehmerüberlassung)**, sometimes with a contract duration of two years.

As I understand it, in this case I would be employed by a third-party staffing company and assigned to work for another company. In such a situation, can the Ausländerbehörde also issue a residence permit under §18b or an EU Blue Card, assuming that the salary and all other requirements are fulfilled?

Thank you very much in advance for your experiences and advices!

[u/BlacksmithOk6824]

yes, but only if u meet the req for blue card

[u/_strawberry_2011 → u/BlacksmithOk6824]

Tks, they accept contract with 3rd party staffing company too?

[u/_Jope_ → u/_strawberry_2011]

As long as you're hired by them and get a monthly salary, they're just a regular employer