The German Opportunity Card.

As the name implies, the German Opportunity Card gives foreigners the “Opportunity “ to work in Germany without having a Job offer.

They just need to meet the requirements!

The Opportunity Card has alot of benefits but before we talk about the benefits, let us talk about the requirements to get this “Opportunity Card”.

 

Requirements for the German Opportunity Card

Using the points system, you can match the required selection criteria with your own requirements. You must reach a total of six points to secure the Opportunity Card. The basic requirements are German language skills at level A1 or English language skills at level B2 as well as (at least) two years of vocational training or a university degree that is recognised in your country of origin. You must also prove that you are financially secure, for example through a part-time job (up to 20 hours a week). You can prove this by means of an employment contract. (No points are awarded for the basic requirements!) Further criteria for the points system include language skills, professional experience, age and “connection to Germany”. The age criterion refers to your age at the time of application.

 

Points distribution for the Opportunity Card at a glance

  • Basic requirements: Sufficient German language skills at level A1 or English language skills at level B2 as well as at least two years of vocational training according to the rules of the country of origin. You must also have sufficient financial means. Proof of this can be in the form of an employment contract for a part-time job (up to 20 hours per week), for example.
  • Four points are awarded for partial recognition of a foreign professional qualification or for permission to practise a regulated profession (e.g. teacher, nurse or engineer). Very few applicants meet these criteria.
  • Three points are awarded for five years of professional experience (in the last seven years) in the learned profession as well as a preceding two years of professional training according to the rules of the country of origin. Alternatively, you receive three points for good German language skills at level B2.
  • Two points are awarded for two years’ professional experience preceded by vocational training (in the last five years). If you are not older than 35, you also get two points. German language skills at level B1 are also awarded two points.
  • One point is awarded to applicants who are not over 40 years old and for a previous stay in Germany (at least six months). You must provide documented proof of this. Previous stays as a tourist do not count.
  • One point is also awarded for very good knowledge of English (C1), reasonable knowledge of German (A2), if you had your vocational training/university degree in an area of official labor shortage in Germany, or if you apply for the Opportunity Card together with your spouse.

 

Benefits of the German Opportunity Card

  • Fast, Easy and legal Entry to Germany
  • Secure your livelihood with a good income
  • Possibility of permanent residency in Germany
  • Immediate work permit after successful application.

 

Application Process 

To calculate your points and apply for the German Opportunity Card, please CLICK HERE 

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