What are the benefits of the Germany Opportunity Card?

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[Published 16 Jul, 2024 | 10:34 AM]
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Germany Opportunity Card offers non-EU nationals the chance to stay in Germany for 12 months and look for a job. The application can be submitted at the Registration Office for Foreigners or at the authorized overseas German Mission in your nation of residence, for instance, the Embassy of Germany.

Key advantages of Opportunity Card

Fast and easy arrival into Germany

Your immigration to Germany from India is simplified and accelerated through the Opportunity Card as you will not require a job offer for application. You will only have to demonstrate your current qualifications under the points system like work experience, language skills, etc. This removes the complicated assessment process.

You can also work in casual or part-time jobs for 20 hours weekly along with 14-day trial jobs. The Opportunity Card allows you to get acquainted with your new employer at your leisure. You can seek jobs that are suitable for you and your credentials.

Prospects of Permanent Residence

The validity of Opportunity Card Germany is for 1 year as its chief objective is to enable candidates to search for and get a job. Further, it allows exploring an unlimited number of trial jobs, and casual/part-time jobs of up to 20 hours weekly and these can be flexibly divided.

Once you get a suitable job, you can extend your stay in Germany. You have to file an application for this at the authorized Registration Office for Foreigners in Germany.

You have a good chance of getting the Resident Permit of a longer validity if you change to a full-time job from a part-time job. This is also achievable if you intend to stay in part-time employment. Written evidence like an employer agreement or contract for permanent employment is vital for an extension of your stay in Germany.

Securing your living with a fine income

The opportunity Card permits part-time work according to the basis of minimum wage or higher than it. As of May 2023, this is Euros 12.00 hourly. Those who work part-time can get an income of 1000 or more Euros monthly. The income can increase to much higher than 1000 Euros monthly for those who work full-time.

The earning perspective relies on the industry you wish to work in and your credentials. You have a bright chance of getting a fair wage with the Opportunity Card. So you can finance your living costs in Germany easily.

Assured Work Permit

Till now, a Visa was required by non-EU citizens to arrive in Germany to work. This needs a valid offer of a job as often your stay has to be approved by the Federal Employment Agency.  You can arrive in Germany on the Opportunity Card and search for a job if you are not a recognized skilled worker.

The fundamental criterion is a minimum University Degree as per the policies of your nation of residence or 2 years of Vocational Training. Further, you are also required to have basic knowledge of English (B2) or German (A1) and must also be able to demonstrate this.

You are also required to possess adequate fiscal means for supporting your stay in Germany independently to qualify for an Opportunity Card. It is usually achievable through a part-time job of 20 hours weekly.

Good possibility of an eligible part-time/full-time job

The Opportunity Card offers you the chance to work on a trial basis for 2 weeks any number of times or work part-time for 20 hours weekly. If you get appropriate employment while staying in Germany, you have the chance of getting an eligible full-time or part-time job.

You will have to change your Residence Title to be able to look for a full-time job in the future.

The point to be noted here is that the Opportunity Card only authorizes you to seek a job in Germany. To remain in Germany for a longer period, you will have to file an application for a corresponding Residence Permit at the local Office of Registration for Foreigners. It will not be an issue if you can provide evidence of a future employment contract or job offer.

To apply for the Germany Opportunity Card, contact Immigration Experts at the Top Immigration Consultants in India Nationwide Visas.

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