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Points Criteria
1 Yr
Initial Validity
No Offer
Required to Start
Overview
Germany Opportunity Card
The Opportunity Card is a points-based job-seeker visa assessed on qualifications, work experience, language skills, age and prior connection to Germany. It lets you enter Germany to search for work, including limited part-time work while you search.
Who This Is For
- Qualified professionals without a confirmed German job offer
- Skilled workers wanting to job-search from inside Germany
- Applicants meeting the recognised-qualification requirement
Eligibility
What you'll need to qualify
- A recognised vocational or academic qualification, or 5 years of professional experience
- Sufficient points across qualifications, language, age and Germany ties
- Proof of funds to support yourself during the job search
- Basic German or English language ability
Documents
Core document checklist
- Qualification certificates (recognised or in recognition process)
- Proof of language ability (German or English)
- Proof of funds for the job-search period
- Passport and biometric photos
Process
How we take you from enquiry to approval
Step 01
Points Assessment
We calculate your Opportunity Card points and identify any gaps.
Step 02
Qualification Recognition
Where required, we assist with the qualification recognition process.
Step 03
Visa Filing
Application filed at the German consulate in your country of residence.
Step 04
Job Search & Conversion
Once in Germany, we help you convert to a work-based residence permit.
FAQ
Germany Opportunity Card — common questions
No — that's the point of this route. You can search for work once inside Germany, though a confirmed offer strengthens later conversion.
Yes, part-time work (up to 20 hours/week) is generally permitted while you search for a permanent role.
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