You can migrate to Germany using the German opportunity card

If you have ever dreamt of travelling to Germany for work, you don't need to go through the hurdles of securing a job before proceeding for visa application. 

The opportunity card is also called German Blue card and this should not be mistaken for official permanent or temporary job permits.

Everyone knows how difficult it is getting a job in Germany while still residing outside the country. So many people in some cases fall into the hands of unscrupulous online elements; loosing their hard earned money.

Germany is one of the countries with best performing economy. Her per Capita income is high and rate of unemployment is very below records. It is a dream country for so many young people from countries across the world.

If it has  ever been your dream to travel to Germany, the German opportunity card is the answer you need.

What is German opportunity card

The German opportunity card is an authorization issued to citizens from non-European countries to enable them migrate to  Germany and look for jobs. 

With the German opportunity card, job seekers from non European countries can migrate to Germany before looking for job.

The card is always issued to graduates and foreigners who possess required skills in certain areas of skill deficit and needs. Visas are granted to Holder of this card without any other prove for permanent or temporary job from a German employer.

Holders of the opportunity card can stay up to 12 calender months in Germany looking for jobs. You can take up to two part time jobs within this periods.

Requirements for the opportunity card:

1. English language proficiency of at least B2 level or knowledge of German language at level A1.
2. Possession of practicing license and professional certifications in some recognized discipline like nursing, engineering, science and technology etc.
3. Applicants below the age of 40 years stands a chance of getting higher points 
4. If the spouse of an applicant possesses a professional certificate or, being considered a skilled worker, it is also a plus 
5. Selection is based on a point based test with certain points accorded to each of the prerequisite met.

How and when to apply 

Application for the German opportunity card will  start by 1st of June 2024.

Application can made at the German embassy in your country of residence or though the designated website.

Before you proceed for your application, kindly make ready all the documents that may be required like:

• International passport of the country of your citizenship,
• Original and photocopies of your academic qualifications and practicing license,
• Prove of English language or German language proficiency,
• You must demonstrate strong prove of financial security that would sustain you as you go about your job hunt.

Benefits of the opportunity card.

There are numerous benefits of this opportunity card to both job seekers and employers.

Some of this are:

1. It enables one to take up part-time jobs without official job permits.
2. Job seekers can stay up to one year in Germany with this card.
3. For employers, the opportunity card makes it easier for them to select from the pool of professionals from countries across the world.

I wish you all the best in your travel dreams 

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