Move to Germany Before You Have a Job
The Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) is Germany's points-based entry visa. Qualified applicants score points on qualifications, language, experience and age — then get up to 12 months in Germany to find a job, with trial-work rights from day one.
6 points
Minimum Score
12 mo
Job Search Validity
20 hr/wk
Trial Work Allowed
No Offer
Required Upfront
Key requirements
The essentials before you begin. Each one gets validated and handled by our team.
Qualification
A recognised degree or completed vocational training (equivalence assessed).
Points
At least 6 points — language, experience, age and German ties all score.
Finances
Proof of funds to support your stay without public benefits.
Language
Basic German (A1) or English (B2) improves your point score.
How we get you through it
A transparent, step-by-step process with a dedicated case officer from start to decision.
Points Check
We score your profile against the official points matrix honestly.
Recognition
Qualification recognition and equivalence certificates prepared.
Application
Visa file at the German mission with finances and language proof.
Job Hunt
Arrival, registration, job-search strategy and conversion support.
How long it really takes
Realistic timeframes per stage — updated live as your application moves.
Points & File
2–6 weeksVisa Decision
6–10 weeksJob Search
Up to 12 monthsWork Visa
On contract signingQuestions, answered
German language (B2 = 3 points), professional experience (2–4 points) and degrees (4 points) score highest.
Ready to start your application?
Six points is all it takes to start a German career search from inside Germany. Score yours now.