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🛂 Visa Categories for Germany

Germany offers multiple visa pathways for skilled workers, students, and job seekers:

• Germany Job Seeker Visa (GJSV) – Valid for 6 months. Allows you to search for jobs and convert to a work permit after securing employment.
• EU Blue Card – Work & residence permit for highly skilled professionals. Requires an employment contract with a salary of at least €45,300/year (or €41,041 for shortage occupations). Leads to PR in 33 months (or 21 months with German language proficiency).
• Skilled Worker Visa (Work Permit) – For qualified professionals with a German job offer. Fast-track for IT, engineers, healthcare, hospitality, and technical trades.
• Germany Student Visa – Free or low-cost education in public universities. Stay back 18 months after graduation to find a job.
• Family Reunification Visa – Allows your spouse & children to join you in Germany.

👨‍💼 In-Demand Jobs in Germany

Germany faces a huge shortage of skilled workers in multiple industries:

• IT & Software Development
• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Automotive, Robotics)
• Healthcare & Nursing
• Finance & Accounting
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Logistics & Supply Chain
• Administration
• Lab Technicians
• Financial Analysts

💰 Average Salary in Germany: €45,000 – €80,000/year (higher in IT & engineering).

Pathway to Permanent Residency (PR) in Germany

1. Step 1: Enter Germany with a Visa
   Job Seeker Visa → Find a job in 6 months → Convert to Work Permit.
   Work Permit (Skilled Worker Visa) → Direct entry if you already have a job offer.
   EU Blue Card → For highly skilled professionals.
   Student Visa → Study → Stay back → Find a job → Convert to Work Permit/EU Blue Card.
2. Step 2: Gain Work Experience in Germany – Work legally, pay taxes, social contributions.
3. Step 3: Apply for PR
   With EU Blue Card → PR in 33 months (or 21 with B1 German).
   With Work Permit → PR in 4 years.
   Students → Same rules after converting to work visa.
4. Step 4: Apply for German Citizenship – After 8 years (7 with integration course).

Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)

The German Opportunity Card is another pathway to stay in Germany for up to 1 year to find a job. It requires a university degree or vocational training, language skills, proof of financial means, and minimum 6 points on a points-based system. Allows part-time work (20 hrs/week) or job trials while searching.

• ✔ Stay up to 12 months in Germany without a job offer
• ✔ Work part-time during job search
• ✔ Direct pathway to Work Permit → PR → Citizenship

🎯 Eligibility (Need 6 Points Minimum)

• ✅ Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree (recognized in Germany)
• ✅ 2+ years Work Experience
• ✅ Age under 35 (extra points for youth)
• ✅ German Language Skills (A1/B1 preferred)
• ✅ Prior Stay / Relatives in Germany

💼 Benefits

• Search for jobs inside Germany
• Convert to EU Blue Card / Work Permit once employed
• Bring family after securing job
• Salaries: €45,000 – €70,000+ annually

🎯 Why Choose Germany?

• ✔ High salaries & strong job security
• ✔ Pathway to EU Permanent Residency
• ✔ Free education & world-class healthcare
• ✔ Work-life balance & family benefits
• ✔ Strong Indian community in Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg

🚀 How Stepsmith Immigration Helps You

• ✅ Eligibility Check & Profile Assessment
• ✅ Job Seeker Visa / Work Permit Guidance
• ✅ Resume & Cover Letter (German standard)
• ✅ Job Assistance with top German employers
• ✅ Complete PR & EU Blue Card Support
• ✅ Family Sponsorship Assistance

📞 Start Your Germany Journey Today

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