As one of the world's leading economic powers, Germany has long experienced a shortage of highly skilled workers in its domestic labor market. Instead of wasting time, many companies are turning their recruitment focus abroad and investing in bringing foreign experts to Germany. The German law firm O. Law assists foreign professionals in obtaining the necessary work visas and making their entry and stay in Germany as smooth as possible.
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As third-country nationals, foreign citizens face special regulations when traveling to Germany or other EU countries. While EU citizens can move freely within the EU, third-country nationals must apply for a visa at the embassy or consulate of the destination country. These residence permits vary depending on the length of stay and purpose of the visit and offer specific rights and benefits. During our in-depth consultation, we will clarify which visa you need and what documents are required for a successful application. Residence permits available include
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In response to the shortage of skilled workers and the challenges in the labor market, the German government has implemented a multi-tiered skilled migration law. These regulations significantly reduce the entry requirements for foreigners wishing to come to Germany as highly qualified experts and academics, and considerably simplify the application process.
As of November 18, 2023, the first changes to the Skilled Migration Act will come into effect. These changes include the introduction of the High Blue Card and other new regulations that provide simplified entry options for foreign academics and highly qualified individuals. In addition, all foreign professionals who meet the legal requirements (qualified professional education, language skills, financial security) are entitled to a residence permit if they have a professional or academic education. They are not limited to jobs directly related to their education.
As of March 1, 2024, citizens of third countries such as Turkey will also benefit from new regulations for skilled migration. According to these new regulations, applicants who hold an internationally recognized professional or university degree and have worked in their profession for at least two years will no longer be required to have their foreign professional training recognized. This provision, which previously applied only to IT professionals, has now been extended. In addition, caregivers from third countries will find simplified conditions for finding employment in Germany. Companies can also benefit from a new regulation that facilitates the short-term employment of third-country nationals to meet temporary fluctuations and needs.
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The residence permit that allows foreign experts to work in Germany is called a work visa. This visa must be applied for at the German mission abroad before entry and is issued for up to four years. After three years of professional activity, an application can be made for a settlement permit. To obtain a work visa, applicants must meet three basic requirements:
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The recognition of documents, qualifications and diplomas obtained in third
countries is a special challenge and often forms the basis for targeted professional activities in
EU countries. The Centre for Foreign Education (ZAB) is responsible for the evaluation and recognition
of educational and professional qualifications. The ZAB acts on behalf of educational institutions,
organizations, companies and individuals and responds to more than 40,000 inquiries annually.
Applicants can find preliminary information on how their qualifications will be evaluated in Germany
through the Anabin database. To attract more qualified workers to Germany, the requirements for
third-country nationals have been significantly reduced.
If an applicant has officially recognized
vocational training abroad and can prove at least two years of work experience in his or her profession,
separate recognition of the vocational training is no longer required.
Globalization means that borders are more permeable today than they were just a few decades ago. Completing an education or working abroad is far less unusual for current generations than in the past. We support the desire to gain experience abroad and help skilled workers and academics make the leap to Germany. As an internationally positioned law firm, trusting, cooperative cooperation and communication on an equal footing are particularly important to us.