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Deutschland · checked 04.08.2026
Skilled employment
For a professional with recognised vocational training or a comparable degree and a specific skilled job.
Official guidance
Check the requirements before applying
Who it is for
- A recognised or comparable qualification
- A specific offer of skilled employment
- For a regulated profession — permission to practise it
Documents
A basic preparation list. The competent authority creates the personal checklist based on citizenship and place of application.
- A valid passport and copies of its pages
- A completed application form and recent photographs
- The employment contract, proof of education and its recognition; a professional licence where the profession is regulated
- Proof of funds, accommodation and health insurance — where required
- A police clearance certificate, medical documents, translation and legalisation — if listed for the chosen category
Application steps
- 1Check whether recognition of your profession is required
- 2Gather the contract and evidence of your qualification
- 3Submit the national visa application
- 4Obtain the residence permit after arrival
After arrival
- Anmeldung at your place of residence
- Health insurance and banking or tax formalities
- Collecting the electronic residence permit
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