Job Seeker Visa (Opportunity Card)

Skilled Worker

Germany's Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card) allows qualified professionals to enter Germany for up to 1 year to search for a job. Points-based system introduced in 2024.

Duration

Up to 1 year (can switch to work visa upon finding employment)

Processing Time

1-3 months

Cost

EUR 75 visa fee

Requirements

Recognized foreign qualification or German degree
Minimum 6 points on the Chancenkarte points system (age, language, experience, German connection)
Proof of financial means (approx. EUR 1,027/month in blocked account)
Basic German (A1) or English (B2) language skills
Health insurance for duration of stay

Popular For

job seekersIT professionalsengineershealthcare workers

Apply on Official Website

Always verify current requirements on the official government website. Visa rules change frequently.

Other Visas for Germany

EU Blue Card

Skilled Worker

View

Student Visa (Studienvisum)

Student Visa

View

Freelance Visa (Freiberufler)

Digital Nomad

View

Schengen Visitor Visa (Germany)

Visitor Visa

View

Have questions about this visa? Ask our AI Advisor