Do I need a visa? Do I need a visa? Find out if you need a visa to enter Germany. Do I need a visa to work in Germany? What are the visa requirements for studying or taking up vocational training in Germany? These are just some of the questions asked by people considering moving to Germany for work and those planning their next career move. In short, whether and what type of visa you need to apply for depends on your country of origin, your professional qualifications and the purpose behind your...

Special regulations for language teachers Would you like to teach a foreign language in Germany? Find out what visa options are available for this type of employment. If you are a teacher of your native language and come from a foreign country, you may under certain conditions be granted access to the German labour market. You can either be employed by a school or work as a freelancer. To find out if you need a visa to enter or a residence permit to stay in Germany, see the " Do I need a visa? "...

Special regulations for professional athletes Are you an athlete looking to compete professionally in Germany? Find out here which visa regulations apply to you. The German labour market is also open to professional athletes from abroad. To find out if you need a visa to enter or a residence permit to stay in Germany, see the " Do I need a visa? " section. You want to work as a professional athlete When are you considered a professional athlete? You are considered a professional athlete if you r...

Spouses joining citizens of non-EU countries Why not live together with your family in Germany? Find out what you need to know if your spouse from outside the EU wants to come and live with you. Citizens of countries other than Switzerland, EU or EEA member states can bring their family members to Germany. The rules that apply depend on the nationality of the family members who wish to join you. Your spouse is a citizen of Switzerland or an EU/EEA Member State Even if you are a third-country nat...