Published: 22.05.2026
The Pink Slip is described as a temporary residence permit for non-EU and non-EEA nationals, valid for up to one year and renewable annually. Applicants generally need lawful entry, proof of financial means, accommodation, health coverage and other personal documents; employment usually requires a separate permit.
For someone relocating without an employment contract, the Pink Slip is a temporary regularization route rather than a general right to live and work freely. Over time, the holder must renew it annually and continue meeting financial, accommodation and health-coverage requirements, while employment generally requires a separate permit. The sources also stress that the status does not provide Schengen mobility or replace separate visa requirements. This is most relevant to financially independent applicants and families who need to prepare evidence of income, housing and insurance.