🇩🇪 Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) — Jobs in Germany
Germany's Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte), launched in 2024, is a points-based job seeker visa for skilled workers. Score points for qualifications, language skills, work experience, age, and German connections.
4–8 weeks
Processing Time
1 year
Duration
Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) Overview
Processing Time
4–8 weeks
Duration
1 year
PR Pathway
No— Must switch to a work visa once employed
Key Requirements
- Recognized foreign qualification or 2+ years professional training
- Minimum 6 points (language, age, experience, qualifications, German ties)
- Basic German (A1) or English (B2) proficiency
- Proof of financial means for the stay
Pre-Employment Visa
The Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) allows you to enter Germany to search for a job. You don't need a job offer to apply — once you find employment, you'll typically switch to a work permit. Browse all available jobs in Germany below.
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