Highlights: Migrate with a Germany opportunity Card even without a job offer or a sponsorship
- Germany has launched a new Opportunity Card, which allows non-EU nationals to migrate and look for jobs in the country.
 - The new initiative is aimed at attracting skilled immigrants and facilitating the job search process in Germany.
 - Candidates with a university degree or two-year vocational training will be eligible to apply.
 - A minimum of six points are required to qualify for the Germany Opportunity Card.
 
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Germany’s new Opportunity Card
The new Germany Opportunity card, also called Chancenkarte, is a one-year residence permit for jobseekers from non-EU countries. Non-EU nationals can migrate to Germany to look for jobs without a sponsorship or a permanent job offer. The initiative is directed towards attracting skilled immigrants to fill up job vacancies in Germany.
The Germany Opportunity Card offers an easy and legal immigration pathway for candidates willing to migrate and look for employment in the country. It also provides an excellent opportunity to acquire permanent resident status in Germany. Candidates can get a German Work Permit immediately after their application is successful.
Germany Opportunity Card Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility requisites to be eligible:
- Should be recognized as a skilled worker
 - Score at least six points under the Germany Immigration Points Calculator
 
- Hold a university degree or a two-year vocational training
 - Have minimum A1 level proficiency in German or B2 level proficiency in English
 - Have financial stability, which can be shown with a part-time job
 
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Germany Opportunity Card Points Calculation
The eligibility points for the Germany Opportunity Card are based on factors such as age, language skills, work experience, and previous stay in Germany. Candidates with at least six points can apply for the Opportunity Card.
The table below provides details of the breakdown of points for the Germany Opportunity Card:
| 
 Factors  | 
 Maximum Points  | 
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 Partial recognition of educational qualifications  | 
 4 points  | 
| 
 5 years of Work Experience or B2 level proficiency in German  | 
 3 points  | 
| 
 2 years of Work Experience after receiving vocational training or B1 level proficiency in German  | 
 2 points  | 
| 
 Age (below 35 years)  | 
 2 points  | 
| 
 Age (35- 40 years)  | 
 1 point  | 
| 
 Previous visit or stay in Germany  | 
 1 point  | 
Candidates with C1 level proficiency in English or A2 level proficiency in German can get extra points. Additional points are also given for a candidate whose job profile is listed under the shortage occupation list in Germany or who is applying jointly with their spouse.
Benefits of the Germany Opportunity Card
For jobseekers
- Easy pathway for German immigration
 - Stay in Germany for up to 12 months with the potential to acquire permanent residency.
 - Earn up to €1000 per month
 - Work for up to 20 hours per week
 - Explore part-time or full-time job opportunities in the German Job Market
 
For employers
- Widens the pool of skilled immigrants
 - Streamlines the process of finding and recruiting candidates
 - No Federal Employment Agency approval required
 - Simple and quick entry process
 - Allows to recruit for part-time job contracts even before the candidate arrives
 
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Steps to Apply for the Opportunity Card
You can follow these simple steps to apply for the Opportunity Card:
Step 1: Check if you are eligible for the Germany Opportunity Card
Step 2: Collect the documents required
Step 3: Fill out the application form and submit it at the nearest German Consulate or Embassy
Step 4: Await your approval
Step 5: Fly to Germany
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Requirements to apply for the Germany Opportunity Card
The following are the language requirements for the Germany Opportunity Card:
| 
 Language  | 
 Levels of proficiency  | 
| 
 German tests  | 
 A1 (understand simple German sentences)  | 
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 A2 (basic knowledge)  | 
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| 
 B1 (intermediate)  | 
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 B2 (good Intermediate)  | 
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 C1 (advanced knowledge)  | 
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 C2 (excellent knowledge / mother-tongue level)  | 
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| 
 English tests  | 
 TOEFL  | 
| 
 Cambridge Certificate  | 
The table below provides the documents required to apply for the Germany Opportunity Card:
| 
 Factor  | 
 Documents Required  | 
| 
 Proof of previous stay in Germany  | 
 Tenancy Agreement  | 
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 Service Charge Statements  | 
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 Employment Contracts  | 
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 Wage Payment Record  | 
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