Frequently asked questions

Munich's official website for qualified professionals and young talents from abroad.

All you need to know.

Do you still have questions about Make it in Munich, our offers, the application process or later steps as a participant? We put together some answers that will help you.

“Make it in Munich” is Munich’s official website for qualified professionals and young talents from abroad. It guides third-country nationals (non-EU / non-EFTA countries) who are still abroad in your planned and legal migration to Munich. We offer free online consultations, German and IT courses to help you prepare for your career and integrate into Munich – even before you arrive.

Our offerings are open to third-country nationals (from non-EU and non-EFTA countries) who plan to work and live in Munich on certain types of visas, such as work visas, EU Blue Cards, or for family reunification. You can also apply if you work in a shortage occupation and are motivated to come to Munich.

Applicants who are in the process of obtaining a Work Visa, EU Blue Card, Family Reunion Visa, Vocational Training Visa, Visa for Purpose of Seeking a Vocational Training Place, Language Visa or Opportunity Card are able to apply.

If you are coming to Munich on a student or tourist visa, you are not eligible for our programs. Participants who are already living in Germany can not apply, either. However, third-country nationals already living in EU or EFTA countries (Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein) can still apply for the offers – if they plan to come to Munich.

We offer online consultations, seminars, German language courses, IT courses and career counseling to help participants integrate professionally and socially in Munich.

Our offers are open to all eligible professionals. It may have a particular focus on industries that are experiencing talent shortages or are in high demand in Munich. Here are some examples of professions that are currently experiencing shortages in Munich:

Healthcare, Nursing and Education
Manual Trades and Construction
IT and Engineering
Retail and Wholesale
Hospitality and Gastronomy
Transportation of Goods and Passenger

The list will be updated every 6 months. For a comprehensive list of occupations facing shortages across Germany, please click here.

Yes, all services – including online consultations, seminars, German and IT courses – are free of charge for approved participants. Our team will guide you to the most appropriate services for your personal journey.

Unfortunately, our programs are only available to applicants who are planning to move to the Munich area.

We provide general information about the different types of visas and their requirements. However, we do not offer legal support for participants’ ongoing visa processes.

No, German courses are offered at different levels, from A1 to C1, to accommodate participants with different language skills.

All of our participants can choose the services that best suit their needs and goals. Our team will guide you to the most suitable options for your personal journey. Please note that you can benefit from either online German courses or Digital & IT courses at the same time. However, you are free to join a seminar or consultation at any time.

Participants need a stable Internet connection and a device (computer, laptop or tablet) with a camera and microphone for video calls. Basic computer skills are an advantage. You cannot participate in the German courses if you only have a smartphone.

To apply, participants must check if they qualify, complete the participant registration form, and upload the required documents. You can take the Quick-Check to determine your eligibility for the project.

After submitting the application, participants will go through a selection process. The team will check the qualification of the applicants – successful participants will be contacted with further information. Please note that the selection process may take at least 2 weeks.

Please note that we do not guarantee job placement. Sadly, we can not provide you with job offers or visas, ourselves. But we can guide you through the job search process and help you improve your application documents (CV, cover letter). In some cases, we may be able to connect you with potential employers, depending on your sector and industry.

Frequently asked questions

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