That’s not true. Germany explicitly allows you to stay in the country to transition from a temporary visa to long term. > However, the law provides several exc

That’s not true. Germany explicitly allows you to stay in the country to transition from a temporary visa to long term. > However, the law provides several exceptions where you can apply for the new residence title while staying in Germany with your current permit. These exceptions allow a switch from a temporary purpose (like studies) to a more permanent one