What is the Opportunity Card? Who Can Apply?

There are two ways to apply for the Opportunity Card:

• Qualified Workers: Those with a recognized university degree or two years of vocational training in Germany.
• Points System Applicants: If you are not a qualified worker, you need to score at least six points based on specific criteria, including language skills, work experience, age, and education level.

Application Requirements

• Language Skills: You need to know basic German (A1) or have good English skills (B2).
• Financial Requirements: You must prove that you can support yourself during your stay in Germany. This can be shown by having at least €1,027 per month in a blocked account or by having a valid job offer in Germany.

Rights and Advantages

• Work Permit: Allows you to work up to 20 hours per week while searching for a job.
• Trial Work Period: Provides the opportunity to gain full-time job experience for two weeks.
• Long-term Residency: Grants the right to stay in Germany during the application and job search process.

The Opportunity Card offers a great chance for those looking to start a new career in Germany. For more detailed information, please contact LexLegal. Best of luck!