Webinars: New Dates!

New dates for the ‘Make it in Germany’ webinars available! On 21 July, you can learn how studying in Germany as an international student works - with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and for anyone interested in studying in Germany. It will cover topics such as applying for a study place, student life, support, funding and scholarships.

New content on the topic of ‘Vocational Training’

People from abroad who are interested in vocational training in Germany can now find new and more detailed information on ‘Make it in Germany’: from the general structure of vocational training in Germany and how to find a training place to the occupations in which many apprentices are currently being sought. The entire ‘Vocational training in Germany’ section has been comprehensively updated in all four languages. In addition, a new text compares studying and vocational training.

Digital application service: Recognition in industry and commerce

A digital application for the recognition of foreign qualifications is now possible for more and more professions! More than 250 professions in the German industry and commerce sector (e. g. chef) are new to the service. This possibility came with the IHK FOSA (Foreign Skills Approval: the recognition body for foreign qualifications comparable to a German profession in industry and commerce) being linked to the digital application service of the ‘Anerkennung in Deutschland’ portal. You start there with the ‘Recognition Finder’. In the last step, you will find the ‘Online application’ button.

Network for skilled labour immigration and recognition launched

Companies looking to employ international skilled workers can find relevant contacts and assistance free of charge in the ‘UBA Network for skilled labour immigration and recognition’. The network is being set up by the "Unternehmen Berufsanerkennung" (UBA) project. Members also get access to the ‘UBAconnect’ matching service, which helps companies to find skilled workers abroad. The new network will officially launch on 18 June with a kick-off event in Berlin (+ livestream). The event will feature a panel discussion, practical insights, tips for labour market integration and opportunities for exchange. Companies are welcome to attend and become founding members.

Competition: Best practice examples wanted!

‘Zusammen wachsen: Gute Ideen für Integration am Arbeitsmarkt’: has your company or organisation successfully implemented a good idea for integrating international skilled workers? The ‘Land der Ideen’ initiative is looking for contributions in the areas of integration in working life, educational opportunities, public discourse, everyday life and arrival, as well as building bridges (cross-border projects). You can apply with your best practice example until 30 June 2025!