The fact that Germany has been a leader in embracing immigrants also explains why hundreds of professionals move there each year.
If you are a competent professional, you can move to Germany on a work visa. This extensive guide is all about acquiring the visa and making a living in a country that was previously plagued by strife but is today prospering.
Qualifications for a Work Visa
If your credentials are accepted in Germany or are on par with those from a German higher education institution, you may be eligible for a work visa. Also, a professional practice permit is required if you want to work in a profession that is regulated, such as the health profession.
If you have a legitimate job offer from a German business and your credentials are recognized as meeting the requirements of the position for which you are being hired, you may also be eligible for a work visa.
Also, if you are over 45 and moving to Germany for the first time for work, you may be able to obtain a work visa, but you must have a gross annual salary of at least €48,180 or show evidence of suitable old age pension provisions.
Keep in mind that, in most cases, your job must first be approved by the German Federal Employment Agency (BA). It will evaluate if your employment conditions (pay, working hours, etc.) are equal as part of this process.
Applying for a Work Visa
You must first receive a work offer from Germany or a legitimate employment contract. In this instance, a minimum yearly gross wage of EUR 48,180 must be guaranteed for people over 45. The equivalent or comparability of the foreign degree or vocational qualification must also be verified. In addition, the applicant needs to confirm whether they require a license in order to practice their occupation, such as the medical industry or any other profession.
The next step is to call the German embassy and ask for an appointment. You should get the necessary paperwork ready, including your employment contract, passport, evidence of your degree or other credentials, visa application form, etc.
Procedure Duration
Processing times may vary between a few days and several weeks, the German consulate has stated.
