Germany Offers 650,000 Jobs for Skilled Workers: How to Apply

Germany currently has around 650,000 vacant positions, offering employment opportunities for skilled professionals seeking to build careers and eventually settle in the country.
Mr. Clint Khan, director of Y-Axis, shared the information during a fireside chat at the Gulf News LevelUp conference recently held at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Dubai.
He said, “There are currently around 3 million vacancies across the European Union (EU). Of these, around 650,000 are in Germany, accounting for about 25 percent of the demand across the EU. This shows how high the demand for skilled professionals is in Germany.”
One of the main routes for skilled professionals to enter Germany is the Opportunity Card. It is a residence permit for job seekers that allows citizens of non-EU countries to stay in Germany for up to 12 months to look for suitable employment without having a job contract beforehand.
“The Opportunity Card allows you to go to Germany and look for a job. Initially, you can work part-time. Once you secure a full-time job and the employer is willing to sponsor you, you can switch to a specific work permit,” Mr. Khan said.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants can qualify for the card either through a points-based system or as skilled workers with foreign educational qualifications recognised in Germany. Under the points-based system, applicants must have a recognised academic or vocational qualification, sufficient funds to support themselves and the required number of points. Points are awarded based on professional qualifications, work experience, age and language skills.
Mr. Khan said the EU Blue Card is another route to permanent residence in Germany for professionals who can secure suitable employment. It is intended for highly qualified workers who have a job offer that meets the prescribed salary requirements.
He added that the Blue Card can pave the way for permanent residence. Under existing rules, holders can obtain a permanent residence permit after 27 months, subject to meeting certain conditions. Those with B1-level German language proficiency can qualify for permanent residence after just 21 months.