Who can apply?
Important info on necessary visa types and other criteria
Find out what formal requirements you need to meet: Which kinds of visa can we accept at “Make it in Munich”? Which bottleneck professions are eligible? What other criteria should you be aware of, before applying? Read on for more important information.
Our accepted visa types
Owners of a Language Visa
Applicants for a residence permit to vocational training in Munich under Section 16 (a) of the Residence Act
Third-country applicants for a work visa or EU Blue Card with the prospect of a valid Munich residence permit
Owners of a Job search opportunity card (Chancenkarte)
Applicants for a residence permit to visa for seeking a vocational training place in Munich under Section 17 (a) of the Residence Act
Close family members of individuals with a valid residence title for Munich, who are already applying for family reunification
Visa for Family
Reunification Joining Foreign Skilled Workers: For this, the employee already in Munich needs a residence permit, a settlement permit or an EU Blue Card for Germany. An entry visa is not sufficient. Find more information here.
Our other qualification criteria:
- Offers on the “Make it in Munich” website are valid for third-country nationals who are abroad.
- Offers are valid only for participants who will reside in Munich.
- Our offers are open to all eligible professionals who are currently in the application process for the specified visa types.
- You can apply without a visa if you are working in a bottleneck profession and are motivated to come to Munich.
- 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 currently experiencing a shortage 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.
Below is an extensive list of important professions, sorted by industry:
1. Healthcare, Nursing and Education:
You belong to this group if you are a Childcare professional, Doctor, Nurse, Elderly care professional.
2. Manual Trades and Construction
You belong to this group if you are a Carpenter, Construction worker, Electrician, Plumber, Bricklayer.
3. IT & Engineering
You belong to this group if you are a Civil engineer, Software developer, Network administrator, Data scientist / analyst, IT support specialist, Cybersecurity analyst, Mechanical engineer, Electrical engineer, Aerospace engineer, Chemical engineer.
4. Retail and Wholesale
You belong to this group if you are a Cashier, Store manager, Customer service representative, Inventory manager, Stock clerk, Warehouse manager, Distribution manager, Supply chain coordinator, Logistics coordinator, Shipping and receiving clerk.
5. Hospitality and Gastronomy
You belong to this group if you are a Hotel manager, Front desk receptionist, concierge, housekeeper, guest relations manager, chef, Sous chef, Line cook, Bartender, Restaurant manager, Waiter/Waitress (Server), Caterer.
6. Transportation of Goods and Passenger
You belong to this group if you are Truck driver, Forklift operator, Delivery driver, Cargo handler, Bus driver, Taxi driver, Train conductor, Subway operator.
Check the list for more bottleneck professions in Germany here.
This list can also help you, if you are applying for an EU Blue Card or Opportunity Card.
Please note
Our offers do not guarantee job placement. We can guide you through the job search process, assist you in improving your application documents (CV and cover letter), and in some cases, connect you with potential employers.
Participation is not permitted for individuals arriving in Munich on a tourist visa, student visa, or those holding passports from EU/EFTA countries.
