CHANGE YOUR LIFE WITH A GERMAN JOBSEEKER VISA

The world's 5th largest economy is looking for skilled migrants. Germany has always been an economic and cultural powerhouse and it has now thrown open its doors to skilled professionals who can contribute to the country. As a center of research and innovation, Germany offers a diverse range of opportunities for professionals with the right background. With a thriving economy and a high standard of living, Germany is one of the best places to build your life and settle as a family.

WHY IMMIGRATION IS IMPORTANT TO GERMANY

• Migrants play a key role in Germany's social and economic development
• The growing need for skilled workers has brought increasingly well qualified migrants to Germany
• Over the past decade, the German government has made significant efforts to assimilate foreigners
• To mitigate the effects of demographic change, Germany will likely make it easier for high- and semi-skilled immigrants to find jobs in the country
• All academics with a recognized university degree or one which is comparable with a German university degree are entitled to the "EU Blue Card" single residence and work permit. Must earn an annual gross salary of at least 52,000 euros
• Specialists in the fields of mathematics, IT, life sciences and engineering as well as doctors may be entitled to an EU Blue Card if they earn the same amount as comparable German workers, but no less than 40,560 euros gross per year
• EU Blue Card holders are entitled to a permanent residence permit after 33 months
• The job seeker visa for Germany is a Long-Term Residency Permit, which allows you to stay in the country for 6 months and look for a job

Work Permits for Non-EU Nationals:

• General employment
• Specialist professional
• Self-employed

WHY SHOULD YOU SETTLE IN GERMANY?

• Great job market for professionals in engineering, IT and manufacturing sectors
• Incredible benefits for residents including free healthcare and education
• German city's are consistently among the 'World's Most Liveable Cities
• Shortage of skilled workers in several sectors, creating opportunities for migrants
• One of the quickest visa decisions in a leading economy, allowing you to plan better
• Great salary, great benefits and access to all of European Union once you get your visa
• Largest populated country in Western Europe and also the largest economy in Europe
• Germany is the 2nd most popular migration destination in the world, after the United States
• In 2017, immigrants are about 14.8% of the German population
• Germany is an increasingly attractive destination for business immigrants, and the population is growing due to the rise in migrant activity
• Around 44.3 million people in Germany had a job in 2017 (more than half of the country's total population)

• Managing administrators, or CEOs 170,000 (<30 Staff Firms )
• 380,000 ( 500-1,000 Staff Firms)
• 808,000 (5,000 Staff Firms)
• Federal Minister 168,000 - 204,000
• Investment Bankers 145,000 - 300,000
• Sales Manager 134,000
• Laboratory Manager 122,000
• Attending Medical Doctor 85,000 - 150,000
• Automobile engineers 44,000 – 52,000
• IT Specialists 66,000 – 81,000
• Engineer 64,000
• Consultant 30,000 – 46,000
• Wages or salaries in Germany are higher than most countries
• Germany needs 400,000 migrants per year

JOB TRENDS IN GERMANY

• Germany is seeking qualified foreign workers in the shortage occupations (e.g. engineers, technicians, scientists, IT)
• More than 1.2m vacancies across the German job market.
• Top Industries: Machinery, Automotive and Aviation, Chemical and Medical, Energy and Environmental Technology, Engineering, Electronics and ICT, Consumer and Service.

GERMANY IMMIGRATION THROUGH JOB SEEKER VISA

Germany has one of the world's most well organised and fastest immigration processes. The best way to migrate to Germany is through the Job Seeker Visa. The Job Seeker Visa is a long-term residence permit that allows you to look for a job for a period of 6 months. With this visa, you can visit Germany and attend interviews, which is a much better process than applying for a job from abroad. It takes 4-6 months to get the Job Seeker Visa so the earlier you apply, the better it is.

• Step 1: Apply to Job Seeker Visa and travel to Germany to secure a job
• Step 2: Apply for EU Blue Card from within Germany
• Step 3: Apply for Germany PR after completing 5 years as an employee in Germany
• Step 4: Apply for German citizenship after completing 5 years as a PR Visa holder

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR JOB SEEKER VISA

• You must have a minimum of 1 years of experience (3 years for Bangalore region) and 15 years of education and the qualification and university must be H+ as per Anabin University List.
• Applicants from Mumbai or Delhi region must have 16 years of regular education either 4 years Bachelor's degree or 3 years Bachelor's degree with Master's degree.
• English proficiency is sufficient to qualify for the visa; however, it is highly recommended that you learn the German Language to survive in Germany.
• You must hold sufficient funds for a 6 month stay in Germany. Funds have to be maintained from at least 1 month prior to filing and maintained till the German Immigration Department takes a decision.
• Must show accommodation proof for the 6 months duration.