Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)
A points-based visa letting skilled workers enter Germany for up to 1 year to look for a job — with part-time work allowed while searching.
Why choose Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)?
Whether you have a job offer or are looking for one, we match you with the right work permit — from Germany's EU Blue Card to the UK Skilled Worker visa and Canada's LMIA permits.
- Fully recognised degree = no points needed
- Trial work up to 2 weeks per employer
- Switch to Blue Card or skilled worker visa
- 1Qualification or experience matching the job
- 2Job offer / sponsorship where the route requires it
- 3Salary at or above the route's threshold
- 4Language skills appropriate to the role
Exact criteria change over time — we confirm the latest official rules in your assessment.
Your step-by-step process
A clear, transparent roadmap from first call to departure.
- 01
Free counselling
A senior counsellor reviews your profile, goals and budget and recommends the right route.
- 02
Route selection
We compare permits by salary, occupation and timeline to pick your best option.
- 03
CV & job search support
Country-specific CVs and resume marketing to reach employers.
- 04
Sponsorship & paperwork
We help you and your employer with offer letters, contracts and recognition.
- 05
Visa filing
Application, biometrics and interview preparation.
- 06
Visa & departure
We track your file to the decision and brief you on travel, arrival and settling in.
Documents you'll need
What you gain
More work abroad
Common questions
Yes — job seeker routes such as Germany's Opportunity Card let you search for work after arriving.
Ready to start your journey?
Talk to a counsellor about Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte). Free, honest advice — no false promises.
