Shortage occupations
German: Mangelberufe
A shortage occupation is a profession with a shortage of skilled workers. This term is used when no more than three statistically recorded unemployed people are available for any one open vacancy.
German: Mangelberufe
A shortage occupation is a profession with a shortage of skilled workers. This term is used when no more than three statistically recorded unemployed people are available for any one open vacancy.
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30 July 2026: Recognition of Foreign Professional Qualifications in Germany
Join the online seminar with the Anerkennung in Deutschland team to receive practical guidance on the recognition process — from applications and documents to available support options.