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Germany

Other work routes

Skilled employment and Opportunity Card

Germany publishes work visa routes for qualified professionals and a separate Opportunity Card for eligible job seekers. A qualified job offer is central to the professional employment route.

Sources reviewed September 14, 2026

START WITH THE WORK YOU DO

What work is allowed?

These sources establish employment and job search routes, not blanket permission to keep a foreign remote job. [1]

Where do I start?

Use the Federal Government portal to check recognition, job offer and application requirements for your chosen category.

A source linked summary is available. A detailed application checklist has not yet been reviewed.

Keep this in mind.

Regulated professions require appropriate professional authorization. Job search permission and permission for a specific job have different conditions.

Ask and verify your situation
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