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Great Britain
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Discover your path to Germany. Find contact information and services provided by German institutions in Great Britain
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Careers in transport
Careers in transport Do you enjoy travelling, especially in your daily work? Whether trains, HGVs or ships are your preferred mode, join the German transport sector! On this page On this page These professions are in demand in the transport industry Becoming a train driver: Requirements and opportunities Working in shipping: your options Visa for transport professions: What you should know Is it necessary to have your qualifications recognised? Your guide to a profession in transport: the next steps Why transport professions have a future in Germany Germany lies at the heart of Europe and has, by global standards, a very well-developed infrastructure – ideal conditions for transporting goods and people. Why is this sector important to Germany? Logistics is one of the country’s largest economic sectors. Several thousand transport requests are met daily in Germany. The majority of goods are currently transported by heavy goods vehicle (HGV). Next comes rail transport, followed by maritime shipping and inland navigation. The German economy is highly dependent on qualified drivers for all transport routes – but not only for transporting freight. Passenger transport is also of great importance for the German economy and society. In Germany, the number of people using local public transport has never been as high as it is today, and qualified staff are needed to operate these vehicles. Transport in Germany: figures at a glance Around 480,000 people in Germany were working as professional
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Placement agencies
Placement agencies Are you thinking about using a placement agency for your immigration process to Germany? Read on to find out what skilled workers from abroad need to keep in mind, and what alternatives are available. “Make it in Germany” provides you with all the information you need to live and work in Germany – from finding a job and completing the visa process to settling in . Here you can find out everything you need to know to complete the process of entering Germany and taking up employment independently. However, if in addition you would like to receive individual and comprehensive support in the placement process, you have two options: you can use public services or private placement agencies. Practical information on both options is provided below: State-run placement In Germany, the International Services (ZAV) of the Federal Employment Agency (BA) is the official point of contact for the recruitment of skilled foreign workers. Both skilled workers from abroad and employers in Germany can contact the BA for information and advice (External link) . In selected partner countries, the ZAV also implements various projects and programmes for specific professional sectors. Public placement projects adhere to ethical recruitment standards. You will find more information on the Federal Employment Agency website (External link) . Private sector placement Private placement agencies are another way of finding a job in Germany and organising the entry process. There is no special
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Physicians
Physicians The Federal Republic of Germany is dependent on young medical professionals. Become a part of the German health service as a doctor. On this page On this page Working as a doctor in Germany What is a doctor's job in Germany? What requirements apply to doctors from abroad? Visa for doctors: when is it necessary? Specialized!: Recruitment of doctors from Mexico and Colombia How to start your career as a doctor in Germany Working as a doctor in Germany In comparison to other countries, Germany has a highly effective healthcare system . Using the latest treatment methods and modern medical instruments allows for a high level of care. A dense network of hospitals and local doctors ensure that patients swiftly receive the medical services necessary for them. The ongoing digitalisation in the healthcare sector continues to reveal new opportunities for medical care. Thus, data in electronic patient files is rapidly available, and access to digital healthcare applications and telemedicine can be established. This testifies to the great innovative power of the German healthcare sector and its dynamic economic sector. With about 7.7 million employees, the public health service is also a crucial resource for employment; the number of employees has been increasing steadily for years. As of right now, about 446,100 doctors make sure that patients are well cared for. What is a doctor's job in Germany? A new generation of medical personnel is urgently required in Germany. The demand will
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Other professions in demand
Other professions in demand Here you will find a list of other professions in demand in the fields of medicine and health, medical technology, hospitality and gastronomy, as well as education. On this page On this page Medical professions Professions in medical technology Hotel and gastronomy industry Professions in education In this video: How do I find a job in Germany? The next steps: From the application to starting work Germany offers attractive career opportunities for international skilled workers. There is a particularly high demand in health care , medical technology, hotel and gastronomy , and the educational sector . This overview shows you a selection of in-demand professional fields where qualified skilled workers can find a variety of opportunities. By clicking on the respective professions, you will find more detailed information on the respective career field in Germany. Medical professions Germany needs qualified medical personnel to make sure the health care system remains stable. As an international skilled worker in health care, you will find diverse opportunities in this sector. This section shows you which medical and therapeutic fields in Germany currently have a high demand for staff. Dental assistant Medical assistant Veterinary assistant Physiotherapist Occupational therapist Pharmacist , pharmacologist Medical technical professions in radiology: e.g. radiologic technologists Surgical technologist , anaesthesiologist assistant Paramedic , emergency
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Hotline
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Hotline Do you prefer a personal conversation? Please call the "Working and Living in Germany" hotline. Experts will provide you with advice either in German or English. Availability The “Working and Living in Germany” hotline is available via telephone by calling the following number: +49 30 1815 – 1111 The hotline provides advice on the following topics: Job search, work and career Visa and residence Recognition of foreign qualifications , entry and residence Learning German in Germany and abroad You can contact the hotline at the following times (CET): Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm and Friday from 9 am to 12 pm. Please note that the hotline is closed on the following days: 06/01/2026 (Epiphany) 03/04/2026 (Good Friday) 06/04/2026 (Easter Monday) 01/05/2026 (Labor Day) 14/05/2026 (Ascension Day) 25/05/2026 (Whit Monday) 04/06/2026 (Corpus Christi) 24/12/2026 (Christmas Eve) 25/12/2026 (1st Christmas Day) 31/12/2026 (New Year's Eve) Telephone charges Calls from a landline in Germany are subject to the usual charges. Charges for mobile telephone calls may differ. Calls from abroad are subject to the international charges applicable under your plan. Privacy notice The “Working and Living in Germany” is operated by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (External link) (BAMF) and the Federal Employment Agency (BA) (External link) . Both the BAMF and the BA attach great importance to protecting the privacy and personal rights of each individual. Please note the following
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News
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News Welcome to the news section of Make it in Germany. We keep you up to date! Topics in the spotlight Here you can read current articles from "Make it in Germany" on topics related to skilled worker migration and integration in Germany. You can receive these articles by subscribing to the "Make it in Germany" newsletter! Current information from the partner network Various operators and institutions provide a look at their work or report on current topics. You can also receive all these articles by subscribing to the "Make it in Germany" newsletter. Updates on Make it in Germany Updates in 2026 Newsletter No. 1 / 2026: Tools for recruiting abroad Newsletter No. 2 / 2026: International students – an asset to the German labour market Newsletter No. 3 / 2026: Opportunity Card & International Recruitment in Practice Newsletter No. 4 / 2026: IT staff from abroad Newsletter No. 5 / 2026: Recruiting international trainees from abroad Updates in 2025 January 2025 March 2025 April 2025 June 2025 July 2025 August 2025 September 2025 November 2025 December 2025 Updates in 2024 January 2024 March 2024 April 2024 May 2024 June 2024 July 2024 September 2024 October 2024 November 2024 December 2024 Updates in 2023 October 2023 November 2023 December 2023 Current facts about “Make it in Germany” Since June 2012, users around the world have been receiving information at “Make it in Germany”. Here you will find current figures from our statistics (last update: September 2026): 108.5 million users
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Sao Tomé and Principe
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Discover your path to Germany. Find contact information and services provided by German institutions in Sao Tomé and Principe
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Professions in demand
Professions in demand Germany needs qualified skilled workers. Find out here which professions are particularly in demand in Germany. Green Jobs Start a sustainable career in Germany! You can become a part of the "green" economy, as new and diverse jobs in sustainable industries keep arising in Germany. Find out more about "Green Jobs" here. Nursing professionals Germany has a stable healthcare system, thanks to well-trained personnel in healthcare and nursing professions. That is the reason why different facilities are always looking for qualified professionals. Physicians The German healthcare system depends on qualified young workers: hospitals and other facilities are constantly on the lookout for doctors and other trained professionals in the medical field. Engineers Become part of Industry 4.0 in Germany: The use of digital technologies opens up a wide range of new perspectives. Many companies are urgently looking for qualified engineers. IT specialists The German IT sector is booming: every year, thousands of new jobs are offered in the IT industry. Find excellent jobs in start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, large companies or in the manufacturing industry. Scientists Bioengineering, power and environmental engineering or pharmaceutics – when it comes to scientific disciplines, the demand is high. Qualified personnel trained in STEM subjects are urgently sought after in many fields. Craftspeople Skilled crafts and trades are the heart and soul of the German
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Egypt
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Contacts worldwide Are you looking for a competent German mission abroad? You can find their services and contact details in our overview of advisory and contact points. Enter the corresponding country below. Discover your path to Germany. Find contact information and services provided by German institutions in Egypt Brochure on labour migration in the nursing sector Are you considering continuing your professional career as a nurse in Germany? “Faire Anwerbung Pflege Deutschland” provides you with a comprehensive overview of the German nursing profession, as well as the recognition and entry process. Download PDF Specialized Programmes for Skilled Professionals from Egypt Ready to make the move? Explore programmes designed to help Egyptian professionals like you to build a career in Germany. Preparation Courses at Goethe-Institut Whether you're looking for information on language courses, or simply want to know what to expect when moving to a new country? The expert advisors of the Goethe-Institut are here to help.
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