With this Opportunity Card, you can search for a job in the country without any language exam, and later settle there with a Work Permit along with your family.
Move to Germany and search for a job on-site without needing employer sponsorship.
Stay in Germany for up to one year while exploring job opportunities in various sectors.
Secure a job, extend your stay, and eventually apply for long-term residence.
Here are the key eligibility criteria for Germany :
Annual Salaries in Germany
| Job Sector | Average Salary (Per Month) | Average Salary (Per Year) |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor | €5,500 - €7,000 | €66,000 - €84,000 |
| Finance | €4,500 - €6,500 | €54,000 - €78,000 |
| Law | €4,000 - €6,000 | €48,000 - €72,000 |
| Consulting | €4,500 - €7,000 | €54,000 - €84,000 |
| Banking | €4,000 - €6,000 | €48,000 - €72,000 |
| Engineering | €4,000 - €6,500 | €48,000 - €78,000 |
| IT | €4,500 - €7,000 | €54,000 - €84,000 |
| Marketing / PR | €3,500 - €5,500 | €42,000 - €66,000 |
| Production / Manufacturing | €3,000 - €4,500 | €36,000 - €54,000 |
| Sales |
€3,500 - €5,500 |
€42,000 - €66,000 |
| HR |
€3,500 - €5,500 |
€42,000 - €66,000 |
| Construction |
€3,000 - €4,500 |
€36,000 - €54,000 |
| Scientific research |
€3,500 - €5,500 |
€42,000 - €66,000 |
| Logistics |
€3,000 - €5,000 |
€36,000 - €60,000 |
| Design |
€3,500 - €5,500 |
€42,000 - €66,000 |
| Health & social services |
€2,800 - €4,500 |
€33,600 - €54,000 |
| Media |
€3,000 - €5,000 |
€36,000 - €60,000 |
| Wholesale & retail |
€2,500 - €4,500 |
€30,000 - €54,000 |
| Skilled crafts & trades |
€3,000 - €4,500 |
€36,000 - €54,000 |
| Administration |
€2,800 - €4,500 |
€33,600 - €54,000 |

The processing time for the Germany Opportunity Card depends on the visa interview appointment date. After submitting the required documents, it takes around 6 to 8 weeks to receive a decision on your visa application.
The Job Search Opportunity Card allows non-EU/EEA nationals to enter Germany and search for employment. To be eligible, applicants must have either a recognized foreign professional or academic qualification or score a minimum of 6 points in the points system based on qualifications, language skills, professional experience, age, and other factors.
If your qualification is partially recognized, you will receive four points in the points system. However, for regulated professions, you may need to participate in compensatory measures before obtaining a license to practice your profession in Germany.
Yes, if your spouse or partner meets the requirements for an opportunity card, you will be awarded one point in the points system. Both of you can then apply together.