Unlock Your Career in Germany with the Opportunity Card Visa

Are you a skilled professional from outside the EU dreaming of working in Germany — but don’t yet have a job offer? The Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) could be your ticket to explore Germany’s job market on your terms.

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What Is the Opportunity Card Visa?

The Opportunity Card is a 12-month residence permit that allows non-EU candidates to enter Germany without a job offer and search for employment on the ground.

  • Work part-time (up to 20 hours per week)
  • Participate in two-week job trials per employer
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Why This Visa Matters

  • Flexible Job Search – Move to Germany first, then look for a job.
  • Access to High-Demand Industries – Perfect for IT, engineering, healthcare, and skilled trades.
  • Pathway to Long-Term Residency – Transition to a work visa or EU Blue Card once employed.

Eligibility & Points System

1. Automatic Eligibility

If your foreign qualification is fully recognized in Germany, you qualify without needing points — you only need to show proof of financial means.

2. Points-Based Eligibility

If your qualification isn’t recognized, you must score at least 6 points based on:

  • Partial recognition of qualification – 4 points
  • Work experience:
    • 5+ years in last 7 — 3 points
    • 2+ years in last 5 — 2 points
  • Language skills:
    • German B2 — 3 points; B1 — 2 points; A2 — 1 point
    • English C1 — 1 point
  • Age:
    • Under 35 — 2 points
    • 35–40 — 1 point
  • Previous stay in Germany (≥6 months, non-tourist) — 1 point
  • Applying with a partner — 1 point
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Other Basic Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ vocational training or university degree
  • Minimum German A1 or English B2
  • Proof of financial means (e.g., blocked account ≈ €1,027/month, sponsor letter, or part-time work contract)

How ETW-PK Can Help You Apply

  1. Eligibility Assessment – We check if you qualify directly or via the points system.
  2. Document Preparation – Assistance with translations, proof of funds, and certifications.
  3. Visa Application Support – Guidance through embassy submission.
  4. Post-Arrival Assistance – Help with registration, job search, and transitioning to a long-term permit.

Why Choose ETW-PK?

  • Expert German Immigration Guidance
  • End-to-End Service – From eligibility to arrival support
  • Personalized Approach – We tailor each application for higher success chances

Take the First Step Today

Don’t let the lack of a job offer hold you back. Explore your future in Germany with the Opportunity Card — and let ETW-PK guide you every step of the way.

📩 Contact ETW-PK now to start your Germany Opportunity Card journey.


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