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Many South Africans seeking professional work opportunities have made the move to Germany, the country with Europe’s strongest economy.
Germany has made it easier for individuals from countries outside of Europe to live and work in that country. Thus, in an attempt to attract skilled workers to its economy, Germany will be easing red tape for foreign workers.
SKILLS SHORTAGE IN GERMANY
Like other countries in Europe, Germany is facing a shortage of skilled workers. So it intends to solve the problem by easing entry for qualified professionals from outside the European Union (EU).
Earlier this year the German government approved a law that makes it easier for skilled workers from outside the EU to move.
EuroNews reports that the new law is expected to come into force in three stages: in November 2023, March 2024 and June 2024.
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WORK OPPORTUNITY IN GERMANY – CHANCENKARTE
Germany aims to overcome its skilled worker shortage with a new ‘opportunity card’. The ‘chancenkarte’ will use a points system to allow workers with skills to move there.
Currently, most non-EU citizens must have a job offer before they can relocate abroad. However, the country’s immigration process is bogged down by red tape.
A visa for job seekers already exists, but the new ‘chancenkarte’ is expected to make it easier and faster for people seeking work opportunities abroad.
REQUIREMENTS
The points-based system considers qualifications, professional experience, age, language skills and connections to the country.
Each year quotas will be set, determined by which sectors need workers. Three out of four of the following criteria must be met to apply for the scheme:
- A degree or vocational training
- Three years professional experience
- Language skills or a previous stay in Germany
- Being under 35 years of age