Bavaria · Immigration Office
Munich KVR (Kreisverwaltungsreferat)
Munich's KVR handles immigration for Bavaria's capital. Processing times are generally faster than Berlin, but appointment availability is extremely limited — often 10–14 weeks out. Officers primarily work in German only.
64 days
Avg. Wait Time
from application to decision
71%
Approval Rate
based on 3 reports
12 weeks
Appt. Wait
to get an appointment
3
Reports
from the community
Community Tips
Appointment wait is 10–14 weeks — book as early as possible
All documents must be in German or have certified translations
Bring gross annual salary stated explicitly in your offer letter
The KVR is strict about document formats — check their official checklist
Consider hiring an immigration lawyer to review your documents beforehand
Common Issues Reported
Offer letters with net salary (gross annual required)
Appointment scarcity — 12+ week waits common
Officers speak German only
Strict on certified translation requirements
Recent Cases
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