Your options:

Without a vocational qualification or university degree, your chances of working in Germany are very low. This is because a completed vocational training or university degree is usually a prerequisite for obtaining a visa to work in Germany.

Please be aware

Special regulations apply to citizens of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia regarding the access to the German labour market. 

Alternative options 

Under certain conditions, it is possible to come to Germany to complete vocational training or to study:

  • Complete vocational training in Germany to improve your career opportunities. Find out more about this in the "Training" section.   
  • Studying in Germany creates many opportunities for you. Find out more about this in the "Study" section.

Do you have any questions?

Let us advise you on your opportunities to work and live in Germany. Our experts will support you with questions regarding job search, visa, recognition and learning German. 

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