Germany constantly changes the legal regulations to bring foreign workers more easily into the German labor market. All this to increase the number of workers from abroad in Germany, because many positions remain unfilled due to a shortage of skilled and unskilled workers. And this can permanently slow down economic growth.
The immigration of foreign employees is advantageous both for Germany and for the workers from abroad. Below we have listed who can be considered a qualified worker in Germany and what the current legal regulations for working as a foreign worker in Germany are.
Qualified foreign workers under German law
It is mandatory that they have a foreign degree officially recognized by the competent authority in Germany. They need a contract or a job offer from an employer in Germany in their field. They do not have to be EU citizens.
What are legal requirements for foreign workers in Germany?
Residence permit :Every non-EU citizen needs a residence permit to work in Germany. Not every EU citizen needs a residence permit, but it is necessary to be registered with the local authorities. Non-EU citizens require a work visa to enter Germany and work there.
Work visa :Non-EU/EEA citizens require a work visa to enter Germany for the purpose of employment. The prerequisite for obtaining a work visa is often an employment contract or a valid job offer.
Visa for job search: Some non-EU/EEA citizens can apply for a work visa. From 2020, non-EU citizens will be able to come to Germany for a maximum of 6 months to look for work. In order to apply for a visa, the following conditions must be met: sufficient financial means for the stay and knowledge of the German language at B1 level. This visa allows 10 hours of work per week. Health insurance: This is as mandatory for foreign employees as it is for German residents. Foreign employees are also included in the German social security system.
- Language skills:
- Most professions require foreign workers to provide proof of German language skills.
- Minimum wage regulations:
- Compliance with minimum wage regulations in Germany is mandatory for all workers, including foreign workers..
- Working hours and conditions:
- German working hours and conditions are regulated by labor law. Foreign workers must respect and comply with them.
- Minimum wage regulations:
- Compliance with minimum wage regulations in Germany is mandatory for all workers, including foreign workers.
- Working hours and conditions:
- German working hours and conditions are regulated by labor law. Foreign workers must respect and comply with them.
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