Overview
After refusal or a request for improvement, service, deadline, reasoning and evidence matter.
Secure service date
Read full decision
Separate appeal and additional evidence
AVG, VwGVG and NAG proceedings
Read the decision first
Reasoning, appeal instruction and missing evidence show the next step.
Request before refusal
A request for improvement can be the last chance to avoid refusal.
Appeal in NAG proceedings
This is about residence permit proceedings, not a general return decision.
Frequently asked questions
How fast must I react after refusal?
The deadline follows from service and appeal instruction. The decision should be reviewed immediately.
Can missing documents be submitted later?
Often yes, but timing, deadline and evidential value must fit.
Related pages
Next step: Review decision. This orientation does not replace review of the individual file.