Immigration pathways
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The Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) is a residence permit for looking for work in Germany. People with a fully equivalent qualification can apply directly; others must reach at least 6 points in a points system.
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Read the guideThe EU Blue Card is a residence permit for people with a university-level or comparable qualification and a qualifying job offer in Germany that meets a minimum salary.
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Read the guideA residence permit for people with a recognised academic or vocational qualification and a specific qualified job offer in Germany, with related routes for experienced workers and for those who still need recognition.
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Read the guideHow foreign professional qualifications are assessed against a German reference occupation: the Recognition Finder, the competent authority, the usual steps, published fee ranges and possible outcomes.
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Read the guideThe national visa and residence permit for study (section 16b Residence Act): admission, proof of funds, language evidence, health insurance, and the residence permit of up to 18 months to look for work after graduation.
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Read the guideHow spouses and children can join a foreign skilled worker or Blue Card holder in Germany, or a German citizen, including the published German-language rules and exemptions.
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