Germany Opportunity Card
Key Highlights
About Germany
Germany, in Central Europe, borders nine countries and features diverse geography from North Sea coasts to the Bavarian Alps. It has Europe’s largest economy, renowned for its automotive industry and high-quality manufacturing.
Economically, Germany is Europe’s largest and one of the world’s leading economies, known for its automotive industry and high-quality manufacturing. It has a robust service sector and is a major global exporter. The information technology (IT) sector in Germany is a key component of its economy, driving innovation and growth. It is renowned for its advanced research and development in various tech fields, including software, cybersecurity, and digital solutions.
The German Opportunity Card is a new visa program designed to attract talented candidates from non-EU countries who can enter Germany to look for a suitable job. This card is also known as a chancenkarte. It allows you to enter Germany without a pre-arranged job offer, granting you up to one year to search for employment, which can be extended up to another one year.
The card is issued based on a point system after evaluating qualifications, work experience, language skills, age, and other factors. The opportunity card also offers the possibility of part-time work up to 20 hours a week. It also allows recognized skilled professionals to find a pathway to a work permit and permanent residency in Germany eventually.
Features
- Easy and fast Entry in Germany
- Direct access to German Job Market
- No permanent job contract is required
- Possibilities of part time job
- Best pathway to Residency Permit and EU Blue Card
Eligibility
- Applicants must be non-European.
- 6 points required in the points-based system
- Language Proficiency (Optional)
- Relevant Graduation/Diploma
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- Age must be below 40
- Proof of funds
Points Criteria
- 4 points: Graduation/Diploma partly recognized by Germany.
- 3 points: 5+ years of work experience in the past 7 years in a relevant field.
- 2 points: 2+ years of work experience in the past 5 years in your relevant field.
- 3 points: German Level B2 and above.
- 2 points: German Level B1.
- 1 point: German Level A1 – A2.
- 1 bonus point: English Level C1 and above.
- 2 points: Under 35 years.
- 1 point: Between 35 – 40 years.
- Previous Stay in Germany:
- 1 point: Previous stays in Germany of at least 6 months for work purpose in the past 5 years.
- 1 point: If your spouse also qualifies for an Opportunity Card
Documents Required:
- Updated CV
- Experience Certificate
- Educational Certificates
- Valid Passport Copies
- Passport size Photograph
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Bank Balance Statement
- Birth Certificate
Process Flow
Step 1: Verify your eligibility based on the Opportunity Card points system
Step 2: Gather the checklist of Documentation. Collect required documents, including academic, work experience, and language certificates.
Step 3: Submit your application through the German Immigration portal.
Step 4: Wait for approval and move to Germany