No, you do not have to start from scratch. The new host member state should "exchange" your existing LTRP for it's own on expedited basis. (read the directive for details) However you might run into problems as some states are apparently in no rush to properly enforce the law. See my post...
No, you do not have to start from scratch. The new host member state should "exchange" your existing LTRP for it's own on expedited basis. (read the directive for details) However you might run into problems as some states are apparently in no rush to properly enforce the law. See my post...
So do you mean by having the permanent finnish residence permit, I can not relocate to another EU member state? Or shall I just stay more in Finland and apply for some other permit? It depends on Finnish implementation of directive 2003/109/EC I suppose. (and what kind of permit do you hold if ther...
To clarify what Rolfus means, many countries also issue their own "national" permanent residence permits, which are different from the "Long Term Residence Permit" (LTRP) enacted by the aforementioned EU directive. They are not covered by the directive and usually can not be use...
To clarify what Rolfus means, many countries also issue their own "national" permanent residence permits, which are different from the "Long Term Residence Permit" (LTRP) enacted by the aforementioned EU directive. They are not covered by the directive and usually can not be use...
I am pretty much in the same situation, except my permanent residence permit is from Finland. Were you able to find any useful information regarding this issue?
