Are you a professional or skilled worker looking to build your future in Germany? Germany has introduced the Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) to attract qualified international talent and address labor shortages across key sectors. This program allows skilled professionals to enter Germany without a job offer and search for employment while living legally in the country
What is the Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)?
The Germany Opportunity Card, launched under the Skilled Immigration Act reforms, is a points-based residence permit that enables qualified non-EU professionals to enter Germany for up to one year to look for a job or pursue part-time work.
Applicants are assessed based on criteria such as education, work experience, language skills, age, and ties to Germany. Candidates who score the required minimum points become eligible to apply for the Opportunity Card
Who Can Apply Under the Opportunity Card?
The Germany Opportunity Card is designed for a wide range of professionals, including:
- University degree holders
- Vocationally trained skilled workers
- IT specialists and technical professionals
- Healthcare professionals
- Engineers, technicians, and tradespeople
Unlike traditional German work visas, a prior job offer is not mandatory at the time of application.
Germany Opportunity Card Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Germany Opportunity Card, applicants must meet the basic requirements and score sufficient points under the points system.
Key eligibility factors include:
- Recognized university degree or vocational qualification
- Relevant work experience (minimum 2–3 years preferred)
- Language proficiency in German or English
- Age (younger applicants receive higher points)
- Proof of funds to support living expenses in Germany
- Previous stay, education, or family ties in Germany (additional points)
Applicants must typically score at least 6 points to qualify.
How the Points System Works
Points are awarded based on:
- Educational qualifications
- Professional experience
- German or English language skills
- Age
- Previous residence or professional exposure in Germany
This transparent points-based approach ensures fair assessment of skilled professionals from around the world
Advantages of the Germany Opportunity Card
- Enter Germany without a job offer
- Legal residence for job search for up to 12 months
- Permission for part-time work during job search
- Access to one of Europe’s strongest job markets
- Pathway to a long-term German work permit and permanent residence
- Opportunity to bring dependents after securing employment
- High demand for skilled professionals across multiple sectors
Germany Skilled Immigration Pathway
As a skilled worker or professional, you can initially enter Germany under the Opportunity Card, secure suitable employment, and then transition to:
- German Work Permit
- EU Blue Card
- Permanent Residence (after eligibility)
- German Citizenship (long-term pathway)
This makes the Germany Opportunity Card a flexible and future-oriented immigration route for global talent.
Why Choose ATWICS?
- Experienced immigration consultants
- Transparent process with step-by-step guidance
- Up-to-date knowledge of German immigration policies
- Personalized case handling
- High success-oriented approach
ATWICS Commitment
ATWICS is committed to providing ethical, lawful, and result-driven immigration services to help skilled professionals successfully start their careers in Germany under the Opportunity Card (GOC) program.
