Germany is simplifying the process for highly skilled foreign workers to relocate to the country.
German authorities are progressing with plans to streamline immigration measures, making it easier for skilled foreign workers to relocate to the country for employment purposes.
Recently, the German government announced a relaxation of rules, specifically lowering the earning limit for the Blue Card. Additionally, as part of the initiative to enhance accessibility for skilled workers, authorities are introducing an opportunity card with a points system and simplifying regulations for those with professional experience and academic qualifications.
Germany is currently facing a shortage of skilled workers in various regions and sectors. By the end of 2022, the country had a demand for approximately 1.98 million workers. Given this shortage, the German government aims to boost the participation of women and older individuals in the labor market while attracting skilled workers from other countries.
In March of this year, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the importance of attracting more skilled workers, highlighting the need for a more modern skilled immigration law to achieve this goal.
Our aim is to facilitate the swift arrival and integration of skilled workers in Germany. We seek to eliminate bureaucratic obstacles, ensuring that individuals with professional expertise or evident potential can readily establish themselves in our job market.
Chancellor Scholz
Germany's Minister of Interior, Nancy Faeser, emphasized the necessity for additional skilled foreign workers to address the persistent labor shortages in the country.
However, acknowledging the existing regulations, Minister Faeser underscored the need for adjustments to facilitate the entry of skilled workers into Germany without prolonged procedures.
The objective is to expedite the arrival and integration of skilled workers in Germany by streamlining processes and eliminating bureaucratic obstacles. The emphasis is on enabling individuals with professional experience or evident potential to quickly establish themselves in the German job market.
Minister Faeser
According to the government's explanation, moving forward, individuals from abroad with a degree will have the opportunity to apply for any eligible job.
Furthermore, those with a minimum of two years of experience in a particular field will be eligible to immigrate to Germany as a worker. The recognition of foreigners' professional qualifications in Germany will no longer be a prerequisite, leading to shorter procedures.