Overview
Germany has rewritten its immigration law to actively recruit non-EU skilled workers. The Chancenkarte points-based card and the Ausbildung route are particularly powerful for younger applicants. Credential recognition takes time, so start early.
Common visa routes
- Chancenkarte (opportunity card)
- Skilled Worker Visa (§18a/§18b)
- Ausbildung visa (vocational training)
- EU Blue Card
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