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Germany provides various immigration opportunities for non-EU professionals, depending on their eligibility, employment situation and even if they have submitted a job offer in Germany, for instance. Routes that are available to applicants include the EU Blue Card, Skilled Worker Visa, Experienced Professional pathway or Opportunity Card.
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Choose the Right German Work Visa
The EU Blue Card caters to graduates, who have employed in qualifying high-paying positions in the university sector. A salary threshold of €50,700 a year or €45,934 for some IT, STEM and healthcare positions is supplied in the information.
The Skilled Worker Visa can be granted for individuals who have recognised vocational training or a suitable degree and have a valid job offer. Persons with a minimum of two years of recent professional work experience and a suitable job offer may also be eligible via Section 19c route.
With the Job Search Card (Occasions Card), eligible persons may enter Germany to seek a job for a period of one year.
Check Qualification Recognition
Those who apply for a EU Blue Card or a Skilled Worker visa must provide evidence of recognition of their foreign qualification in Germany. The guidance provided suggests referring to the Anabin database to identify if the university and the qualification address the requirements.
In case of an insufficient listing of the qualification, the applicant may apply for a formal Statement of Comparability (Zeugnisbewertung) for a particular qualification at the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB).
Opportunity Card Requirements
Candidates seeking an opportunity card after receiving none can avail the opportunity card too. The required qualifications are detailed in the provided information as follows: An education or vocational training qualification; Language skills (German A1, English B2); Proof of financial capability.
The points-based system consists of a minimum of six points so that criteria, such as professional experience, age, language skills, and previous connections to Germany might be used.
Prepare Your Documents
Generally, a valid passport, employment contract or job offer (if there is one), recognition of qualifications, adequate health insurance and biometric photographs, along with completed Form I-120A, are expected to be included in an employment visa application.
Means of financial support should be additionally provided for those applying for an Opportunity Card. Having the physical and digital copies of important documents can be very useful when applying for a job.
Submit Your Visa Application
Normally, the applications are made via the relevant German diplomatic mission or designated visa centre for a national long-stay category D visa. According to the information provided, the processing charge is normally €75.
Documents and originals are handed out during the appointment, where applicable, and biometric measures are performed, all with questions regarding the planned employment and residence in Germany.
After Arriving in Germany
Upon the granting of the visa, the visa-holder is allowed to travel to Germany and the local administrative procedures should be fulfilled. Advice has been made by the Foreigners’ Registration Office to register the dwelling place through Anmeldung, and then to request the required residence permit using the local Foreigners’ Registration Office.
FAQs
Is it possible to get a work visa for Germany without a job?
Yes. The Opportunity Card allows eligible non-EU applicants, who wish to enter Germany in order to seek a job, to do so.
Is my overseas qualification compatible to be recognised?
As a general rule, on the EU Blue Card and the Skilled Worker pathway, applicants will have to provide the required recognition or comparability of qualification.
What is the cost of a German Work Visa?
The processing fee for a national visa is usually €75 as provided in this information.
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