Sunshine03
Canadian expat in Germany
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About me
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Registration: 10 December 2022
Work in Germany
Hello, is there anyone who have recently applied for job seekers visa germany, as I am planning to apply.I am confuse if my degree is comparable to Germany higher education. I already did anabi and my result is: my university H+/- and my course ... Read More
The work culture in Germany
Although there is no corruption and very little nepotism, Germans just like to pretend that Vetternwirtschaft is not really corruption, but it happens all the time.Google rbb. Read More
Any success story to share about Germany Job Seeker Visa?
@Anuj359 The JSV is meant for people who apply for a normal work visa (not Blue Card) once they find a job. Do you have a source for that misinformation? @ Yoginee, I think he just makes stuff up. Read More
New members of the Germany forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023
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Study visa, blocked account amount increased
Although the linked official webpage refers only to student visa, the same amount (per person, as income, not blocked account) is also needed if a non-EU-national wants to bring a close relative on a Family Reunion Visa (FRV). -@beppiDo you have a ... Read More
Proving My Financial Situation by masycheff
Hi Everyone,We are moving to Germany in coming months. My wife is a EU national (Lithuania) and I'm holding an Israeli passport. We are going to live in Berlin. My understanding is that while my wife is entitled to live and work in Germany (she just ...
You can prove sufficient finances by having a valid employment contract, yes. But if you come without job, you need to have, I think (but please confirm with the embassy) the amount in a blocked account.I never heard that the amount differs with ... Read More
Schengen area rule by rcbalbanera
Hi my name is Richie and I am an Australian citizen carrying an Australian passport. So I have been in Germany for almost 3 months now. I know that there is a bilateral agreement between Germany and Australia, and also Denmark and Australia ...
@rcbalbanera Interesting! So this is an exemption applying only to Australians and, as a leftover from pre-Schengen times, still valid although incompatible with Schengen rules. This shows (again) that German immigration rules are very complex and ... Read More
Need info regarding proof of accommodation by Krish 200
I am from india and going for jobseeker visa to germany and wanted to know information regarding proof if accommodation, because i cant afford to get hotel reservations and i am not able to get a rental property with rental agreement from India and ...
I am from india and going for jobseeker visa to germany and wanted to know information regarding proof if accommodation, because i cant afford to get hotel reservations and i am not able to get a rental property with rental agreement from India and ... Read More
Health Insurance for new arrival in Berlin by Stephen Duff
I've recently moved to Germany from Ireland. I intend staying for 18 months minimum. I am 55 years old.I am not currently working having left my Irish job of 22 years last summer. I have sufficient funds to last 18 months and am thinking about ...
Don't I need an income of 66K per annum to be accepted by Private Health insurers?Is there an online calculator or comparison website? I would obviously like to pay as little as possible.Can I pick and choose differ different elements of the plan? ... Read More
Equivalency of degree requested after 4 years on the job by ekzh
I am a non-EU citizen working in Munich, Germany for 4 years as a scientist and PhD student. My previous temporary contract expired, I have got a new one for one more year for the same position in the same workplace. I applied for a new temporary ...
Hello all,Thank you for all the information that you have shared.Here is the link to聽搂5 AufenthG mentioned by Sunshine03 : https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/aufe 鈥� 4/__5.htmlI understand that we all want to help and share any ... Read More
obtaining Kasse when moving from Croatia by texasgirl3
Hello all,I am trying to assist my neighbors, who moved here from Croatia last year. The husband has worked here i Germany for many years, but his contract is actually with a Croatian company, and he gets insurance deducted from his pay towards the ...
@texasgirl3 If you really want to help your neighbours, you need to get them advice from someone who is very well versed in EU laws. https://www.faire-mobilitaet.de/beratungsstellen Read More
obtaining Kasse when moving from Croatia by texasgirl3
Hello all,I am trying to assist my neighbors, who moved here from Croatia last year. The husband has worked here i Germany for many years, but his contract is actually with a Croatian company, and he gets insurance deducted from his pay towards the ...
A Croatian living and working in Germany has to abide by German health and social insurance rules, regardless of the contract he has. If the employer has no German presence (business registered in Germany, which can employ him), he will be ... Read More
Equivalency of degree requested after 4 years on the job by ekzh
I am a non-EU citizen working in Munich, Germany for 4 years as a scientist and PhD student. My previous temporary contract expired, I have got a new one for one more year for the same position in the same workplace. I applied for a new temporary ...
@ekzh 1. I don't have the time to look up the administrative laws to determine whether the officials are allowed to ask for additional documents after 4 years. It should be regulated somewhere in the Verwaltungsverfahrensgesetz (VwVfG).2. You can ... Read More
Equivalency of degree requested after 4 years on the job by ekzh
I am a non-EU citizen working in Munich, Germany for 4 years as a scientist and PhD student. My previous temporary contract expired, I have got a new one for one more year for the same position in the same workplace. I applied for a new temporary ...
In my personal opinion, it is fully justified (given the political situation) that the authorities currently do more checks and are stricter with people of Russian origin. If that creates problems for you personally, thank your politicians for ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
BS, nobody has a given "right" to any visa or residency permit. Your post ignores the most basics of the reasons for a blue card; to bring skilled people who are in short supply. Just having a degree is not an insurance that one can get a blue card, ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
BS, nobody has a given "right" to any visa or residency permit. Your post ignores the most basics of the reasons for a blue card; to bring skilled people who are in short supply. Just having a degree is not an insurance that one can get a blue card, ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
@Sunshine03 My question to you. I have a friend in Stuttgart that can financially support me and I can live with him. I would prepare my finances while Im here and then in Germany I would get a mini job. German degree would be much more valued then ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
@Sunshine03聽聽 Its probably to much to ask but since you have worked already on evaluation of foreign degrees, I would love to get your phone number or any other contact to connect with you personally. I hope you dont mind that and every ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
It seems the 5 year work experience rule for a blue card has been dropped but it certainly did exist previously contrary to Sunshine03s' claim. I am including a link below to the current rules so there is no controversy. And the government is ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
My point is, there is a difference between recognition and equivalence. When I called for "Beratung" they said they can only know when they have the documentation. But then its really late, perhaps I sound anxious, but I have been preparing for this ... Read More
Skilled and Unskilled Work Permits
Since there seems to be so much confusion and misinformation regarding the requirements for German work permits, I thought I'd start a thread to explain the differences. Note: THIS INFORMATION ONLY APPLIES FOR WORK PERMITS FROM ABROAD Foreigners ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
@Sunshine03 Will I probably be able to go for studies in one of 3 year IT bachelor degrees in Germany if i get rejected? I saw curiculums from TU Berlin and TU M眉nchen, yeah they got some subjects on third year I dont have. Since I will ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
You seem to be fixating on the "equivalence" issue. The Blue Card is for "graduates", and promotes the immigration of "highly-qualified persons". You are (or will shortly be) a graduate. If you've already convinced a German company to give you an ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
But I don't get the claim from Nemanjajernic that "Standard visa won't do the job, because everyone is applying for it, its overcrowded with workers for mcdonalds, construction and health workers". Nobody is getting a work permit to come for a job ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
It seems the 5 year work experience rule for a blue card has been dropped but it certainly did exist previously contrary to Sunshine03s' claim. I am including a link below to the current rules so there is no controversy. And the government is ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
For a blue card one also needs to have 5 year professional work experience and a high enough salary offer. But聽a standard work visa is fine; no need for a blue card. And for that, it matters more what the hiring company thinks. If they think ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
Without a university degree, you'll not be eligible for a Blue Card. If your qualifications are considered equivalent to a German apprenticeship you could obtain a regular work permit. Under the current rules you need formal qualifications to obtain ... Read More
Seeking to apply for Blue Card for access to german market by Nemanjajerinic
So this is my situation.Im going to have my degree soon, in June and also I will get the contract of one of the german companies. My main obstacle is Zeugnissbewertung. My degree is recognized in my land( Bosnia and herzegowina ) and on Anabin list ...
@Nemanjajerinic You don't need a lawyer, you need to have your degree officially evaluated by the ZAB.https://www.kmk.org/zab/zeugnisbewertung/antrag.html Read More
Change Portuguese temporary residence to Germany by Khurram butt
Hello every one, I am thanks to all if any one share information with me in regarding.i live in Lisbon(Portugal) and i have 2 years Portuguese Residence card.i want to change my portugese Residence card to Germany Any circumstance can i get ...
@Luffynomi Since you are legally living in Portugal, you need to apply for your visa at the German Embassy in Portugal once you have an offer for a FSJ. Read More
Anmeldung/Abmeldung by Doris Chang Liao
Hi, hope you are all doing well.I have a question regarding "Abmeldung".I am currently holding a permanent residence permit and working as a freelancer here in Germany.Due to a family emergency, I am planning to go back to my country for 2-3 ...
@Doris Chang Liao NE = Niederlassungserlaubnis You mentioned in your initial post that you have a permanent residence permit. What exactly is written on it? Read More
I'm self-employed with only 1 child still at home (currently 7th grade) by Alysta
I'm Alysta and with only 1 child still at home (currently 7th grade), I'm really itching to spend time in France, ideally renovating a village house. I'm self-employed and can live anywhere that I can connect online. The primary issue is my child ...
The primary issue is my child has been in Spanish dual language, and I feel like having her spend her entire high school in France would be my dream, not hers plus I have elderly parents to consider. Any suggestions from others with older ... Read More
Anmeldung/Abmeldung by Doris Chang Liao
Hi, hope you are all doing well.I have a question regarding "Abmeldung".I am currently holding a permanent residence permit and working as a freelancer here in Germany.Due to a family emergency, I am planning to go back to my country for 2-3 ...
Hi, hope you are all doing well.I have a question regarding "Abmeldung".I am currently holding a permanent residence permit and working as a freelancer here in Germany.Due to a family emergency, I am planning to go back to my country for 2-3 ... Read More
Renewing a lost anmeldung ahead of permanent residency by Trabantlover
Hi everyone! I have a bit of a weird issue. In 2021, I had to send my Anmeldung to the driver license office to get my german driver's license. Long story short, the office gave me my driver's license card but lost my Anmeldung and now I need to ...
Hi everyone! I have a bit of a weird issue. In 2021, I had to send my Anmeldung to the driver license office to get my german driver's license. Long story short, the office gave me my driver's license card but lost my Anmeldung and now I need to ... Read More
How can I get Anerkennung for Schulabschluss when I'm not in Germany? by artisticaleuphoria
Hello everyone. I recently passed my B2 Goethe exam and I'm interested in doing an Ausbildung zur Pflegefachkraft so I've begun to apply to different hospitals and clinics in the Frankfurt region. Some request that I get an Anerkennung for my ...
@artisticaleuphoria You should first look up your foreign secondary school diploma in the anabin databank to determine whether it meets the minimum requirements for the Ausbildung (you usually need the equivalentof an MSA). Since you require the ... Read More
Moving to France with a disability by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Having a disability should not be a barrier to living abroad. While the intricacies of one聮s move to France may be specific to the individual, certain steps can be undertaken to make the process smoother. What are the important ...
@Chris Pate If you and your wife are both British citizens, you'll probably need to shelve your plans to move. Although neither having a disability nor being chronically sick will automatically prevent you from moving, as third country nationals ... Read More
Working for a Spanish company, living in Germany by sophielminter
Hello all,I realise that this is a probably a bit of an unusal message but I would appreciate any help you can provide. I am a British Citizen, currently working for a Spanish Company in Spain. I would like to move to Germany so that I can finally ...
@sophielminter Germany doesn't have a digital nomad visa.Scenario 1 is not legal. You are not allowed to work with a JSV.You would need apply for a permit to be self-employed in Germany. Read More
Frankfurt EU blue card by abhishekzspace
I am an Indian citizen and arrived in Frankfurt on a Family reunion visa which is valid for 90 days (expiring 20 Jan 2023). My spouse is an Indian Citizen and EU blue card holder. I started permanent employment in Frankfurt with gross salary ...
@abhishekzspace You can start working with this visa and even continue working until a decision is made on your application. The only problem is that it might be difficult to compel the ABH in Frankfurt to actually do their job quickly and issue ... Read More
Frankfurt EU blue card by abhishekzspace
I am an Indian citizen and arrived in Frankfurt on a Family reunion visa which is valid for 90 days (expiring 20 Jan 2023). My spouse is an Indian Citizen and EU blue card holder. I started permanent employment in Frankfurt with gross salary ...
@Cheryl I think it is great that you are making an effort to moderate the forums and ensure compliance, however, when discussing what visa or permit a foreigner has it is very important to know the exact wording on the permit and this is only in ... Read More
Frankfurt EU blue card by abhishekzspace
I am an Indian citizen and arrived in Frankfurt on a Family reunion visa which is valid for 90 days (expiring 20 Jan 2023). My spouse is an Indian Citizen and EU blue card holder. I started permanent employment in Frankfurt with gross salary ...
@abhishekzspace Congratulations on finding an apartment so quickly. Unfortunately you are stuck with the Frankfurt office, which is supposedly a nightmare. I just re-read your earlier posts. Your spouse has a Blue Card for Germany and you entered ... Read More
Niederlassungserlaubnis too longer than expected... by Emmytender77
Hello Guys. Any advice is welcome. I've applied for a settlement permit since July this year, until now I don't have a physical card. ABH said it will take 6-8 weeks to get the physical card in the mail. I sent them a reminder when it was a 8 week ...
@Emmytender77Is your middle name in聽your passport? Read More
Can I change my student visa into Ausbildung visa? by soniasania86
: Hi, it's me Sonia and I am doing my bachelor in M眉nchen. Bevor I am asking u my question I want to tell u first about my past. I have lived 10 yrs back my Abitur in germany and lived in germany for 10 yrs. When I was 23i got married and moved ...
I can I convert my student visa to work permit visa? No. You can only convert your study permit to a work permit if you have a job offer for a skilled position that requires either an apprenticeship or university degree. It is not possible for you ... Read More
Frankfurt EU blue card by abhishekzspace
I am an Indian citizen and arrived in Frankfurt on a Family reunion visa which is valid for 90 days (expiring 20 Jan 2023). My spouse is an Indian Citizen and EU blue card holder. I started permanent employment in Frankfurt with gross salary ...
@abhishekzspace Rumour has it that the ABH in Frankfurt has over 15,000 unanswered emails. Emailing them probably won't get you far.Are you still in temporary accommodations? If you are still looking for a long-term term rental contract, I'd suggest ... Read More
Work and residence permit following work contract by Conta Monir
I am living in Portugal,i have trc of Portugal,I am cook, but without diploma,have experience 8 years,already have job offer an italian restaurant in dusseldorf Germany, they want give long term job contact and house, also good salary,It's my ...
@Conta Monir It actually depends on your citizenship. Under the current law formal qualifications (at a minimum equivalent to a German Ausbildung) are required for almost all foreigners to obtain a work permit. The Federal government is currently ... Read More