Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)

Come to Germany to look for a job for up to one year.

The Opportunity Card lets skilled people come to Germany for up to one year to look for a job. You may work part-time while you search.

What you need

Either a fully recognised degree or vocational qualification (no language certificate required)
Or at least 6 points in the points system (qualification, experience, language skills, age, connection to Germany), plus basic German (A1) or good English (B2)
Proof that you can support yourself, usually with a blocked account: €13,092 for one year in 2026 (€1,091 per month)

Once you find a suitable job, you can switch to a work residence permit in Germany.

Official sources

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