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# Permanent Residence Permits

 A permanant residence permit (PR) is a residence and work permit with no time limitation. It grants the right to carry out any type of work activity.

- [What is a permanent residence permit and who can apply for it?](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/what-is-a-permanent-sesidence-permit)
- [What are the standard requirements to apply for a German permanent residence permit?](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/permanent-pr-application)
- [Can a spouse of a German national apply for a permanent residence permit?](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/can-a-family-member-of-a-german-apply-for-german-citizenship)
- [Can a self-employment permit be converted into a permanent residence permit (PR)?](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/how-to-convert-a-selfemployment-permit-into-a-permanent-residence-permit-pr)
- [How to convert a Blue Card into a permanent residence permit (PR)](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/how-to-convert-a-blue-card-into-a-permanent-residence-permit)
- [Can the spouse of a Blue Card holder convert her visa into a permanent residence permit?](https://knowledge.dwyer-legal.com/can-the-spouse-of-a-blue-card-holder-apply-for-a-permanent-residence-permit)

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