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Other types of visa

Other than taking up employment, there are other reasons to apply for a visa to enter Germany. For certain professional groups, special entry and employment rules have to be considered. Read more about other types of visa that are designed for a long-term stay in Germany.

Learn more about: Visa for research
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Visa for research

Germany is an attractive location for many international researchers. Those who come from abroad and wish to enter Germany for a research stay may need a visa for their research endeavours.

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Learn more about: Visa for language acquisition
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Visa for language acquisition

Taking a German class in Germany can have many advantages: the acquired language skills can immediately be put to practice in everyday life. For this purpose of stay, a visa for language acquisition may be necessary.

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Learn more about: Visa for a study-related internship EU
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Visa for a study-related internship EU

As a student enrolled in a university abroad, it is possible to complete an internship in Germany to gain some initial work experience. For this purpose, a visa may be necessary in individual cases.

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Learn more about: Visa for IT specialists
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Visa for IT specialists

IT experts from abroad have many options to work in Germany. For people requiring a visa, a special regulation applies in order to receive a work visa.

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Learn more about: Special regulations for professional drivers
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Special regulations for professional drivers

Professional drivers from third countries can work in Germany, even without a formal recognition. Learn which requirements apply for the visa and the stay.

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Learn more about: Special regulations for artists
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Special regulations for artists

Taking up work as an international artist in Germany is subject to a special regulation, if they happen to come from third countries. Verify whether you meet the requirements for the entry and stay.

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Learn more about: Special regulations for language teachers
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Special regulations for language teachers

With a visa to work as a language teacher, you can live in Germany and teach your mother tongue at a school. Learn which visa requirements apply for this purpose.

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Learn more about: Professional athletes and coaches
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Professional athletes and coaches

In professional sports, athletes from third countries can receive a residence title to professionally practice their sport in Germany. You can read here which requirements apply for the visa and the stay.

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