There are new rules in place in Germany about skilled worker immigration. On March 1, the second phase of the Skilled Immigration Act went into effect in Germany. New regulations for skilled worker immigration began in November 2023, with the third stage introducing a job search opportunity card in June 2024.
The new Skilled Immigration Act makes it easier for skilled workers with vocational training and individuals with practical knowledge to immigrate to Germany. It offers foreign nationals a residency option depending on work experience, among other factors.
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Germany’s new skilled immigration rules offer residency option to foreigners
The new Skilled Immigration Act makes it easier for skilled workers with practical knowledge to immigrate to Germany.
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The scope of residency for engaging in ‘qualifying measures’ in Germany is being expanded. (Image: Reuters)
There are new rules in place in Germany about skilled worker immigration. On March 1, the second phase of the Skilled Immigration Act went into effect in Germany. New regulations for skilled worker immigration began in November 2023, with the third stage introducing a job search opportunity card in June 2024.
The new Skilled Immigration Act makes it easier for skilled workers with vocational training and individuals with practical knowledge to immigrate to Germany. It offers foreign nationals a residency option depending on work experience, among other factors.
Germans will allow individuals from third countries outside the EU to work in the country with at least two years of work experience and recognized vocational or higher education qualifications. With this new rule, Germany has become more accessible for trainees and skilled workers with professional experience.