Europe's largest economy with a new points-based Chancenkarte visa and the established EU Blue Card.
Calculate My Germany Score →Launched June 2024. A job-seeker visa that lets you enter Germany and search for work for up to 1 year. Need 6+ points.
For qualified professionals with a concrete job offer above the salary threshold. Fast-track to permanent residence (21-33 months).
Recognized university degree OR 2-year vocational training + 2 years experience. Plus 6+ points from age, language, experience.
University degree recognized in Germany + binding job offer at or above salary threshold.
Chancenkarte: German B1 or English B2 minimum. Blue Card: A1 German sufficient at entry.
Foreign degrees must be checked via anabin database or individual assessment by ZAB.
Mandatory health insurance from day one in Germany.
Chancenkarte: proof of funds for 1-year stay (~EUR 12,000). Blue Card: salary serves as proof.
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