This are the topics that are talked about in the webinar:
Do I need a visa for Germany? This is only one of the questions that will be answered in this webinar.
Here, you will receive information on requirements for a visa, how to access the labour market and how the entry process works.
Further webinars: https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en… +++++++++ ►
Make-it-in-germany.com is the German government’s multilingual portal for skilled workers from abroad. It provides information to those interested in immigration on how to make their way to Germany successful – from preparations in the country of origin to arrival and the first steps in Germany.
You have found a job in Germany and need a visa? These are the requirements you have to meet.
If you have completed higher education institution or qualified vocational training outside Germany, you can receive a residence permit, in accordance with Sections 18a and 18b (1) on the Residence Act – AufenthG) that enables you to obtain employment in Germany as a qualified professional.
To find out whether you require a visa to enter Germany, see “Who Needs a Visa?”
What are the requirements to receive a german work visa?
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- Your qualifications must be either recognised in Germany or comparable to those from a German higher education institution. If you are seeking employment in a regulated profession, i.e. health professions, a professional practice permit is required. For more information regarding the recognition process, see Recognition.
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- Have you received an actual job offer from an employer in Germany? If so, it is important to ensure that your recognised qualifications enable you to perform the job for which you are being hired. This means that you are able to be employed in related professions.
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- Are you over 45 years old and coming to Germany for the first time for employment purposes? If so, your gross annual salary for the position you intend on taking must be at least €48,180 (as of 2023), or you must provide proof of adequate old age pension provisions.
Tip:
Do you have a recognised higher education degree? If so, check to see if you fulfil the criteria for an EU Blue Card. This residence title offers advantageous conditions to qualified professionals from abroad.
Please also have look in this blog about the topics Chance Card and German Points System which offers a limited Visa for Job seeking Professionals.
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Generally, the German Federal Employment Agency (BA) must first approve your request for employment. As part of this process, the Federal Employment Agency will assess whether your employment conditions (salary, working hours, etc.) are equivalent to those of domestic employees.
What opportunities does a work visa offer?
A visa or a residence permit for the purpose of obtaining qualified employment is issued for a maximum of four years. If a work contract has a shorter duration, a residence permit shall be issued for the duration of the contract.
If you have held a residence permit for employment purposes for at least 4 years, you may be entitled to obtain a settlement permit if certain requirements are fulfilled. This is essentially a permanent residence title.
Learn more about this in the Living permanently in Germany section.
Would you like to live in Germany with your family? This residence permit allows you to do that. Everything you need to keep in mind, in addition to the applicable requirements, can be found in the Family Life in Germany section.
In 5 Steps: Work visa for qualified professionals
From the preparations to the application forms: This step-by-step guide shows you how to obtain a work visa for qualified professionals.
