Special rules apply to parents with a non-German passport. Whether they receive parental leave pay depends on their nationality and residence status.

People with the following residence status can apply for parental leave pay:

• Settlement permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis)
• Permanent EU settlement permit
• EU Blue Card, ICT Card, a Mobile ICT Card or a residence permit, which entitles (or has entitled) you to work for a period of at least 6 months – There are further restrictions. Please consult your local parental leave pay office.

Persons with the following residence status cannot apply for parental leave pay:

• Temporary resident permit (Aufenthaltsgestattung)
• Tolerated stay (Duldung)
• Vocational or continuing training in Germany