Visa for employment within the framework of a recognition partnership

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Visa for employment within partnership recognition

Get started in Munich: work during the recognition process

Do you dream of a career in Munich, Germany, but still need your foreign qualification to be recognized? With a recognition partnership, you can start working in Germany- while completing the recognition process for your qualifications.

Employment visa requirements for Germany: recognition partnerships

Qualification:

Foreign higher education degree or a professional qualification requiring at least two years of full-time training
Your qualification must be recognized in the country where it was obtained
Provide evidence of recognition: digital statement of comparability or positive information regarding your qualification –apply for either at the “Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB)“.

Concrete job offer:

You must have a qualified job offer from a German employer
The job typically requires a higher education degree or qualified vocational training (auxiliary tasks are not sufficient)
Exception: For regulated professions (e.g., doctors, nurses), you can work as an assistant until you obtain the necessary license to practice

Recognition partnership agreement:

A written agreement with your employer, confirming that you will complete the recognition procedure as part of your employment
This may be included in your employment contract

Language proficiency:

German language skills at level A2 (or higher), according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Note: Some professions or qualification programs may require a higher level of German

5. Suitable employer:

Your employer must be qualified for a recognition partnership, meaning they have experience providing vocational training or post-qualification development
The competent authority will verify the employer’s suitability during the visa process – for this, no action is required from you

By fulfilling these requirements, you can enhance your chances of obtaining a visa under the recognition partnership program – and start your professional journey in Munich, Germany! Further information regarding the Visa for employment within the framework of a recognition partnership can be found on the Make it in Germany website.