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Understanding visas, employment, and responsibilities
Which authorities are involved in immigration and employment, and why early coordination helps.
Professionals from outside the EU usually need a visa and residence permit for employment. Several authorities are generally involved, including the German diplomatic mission, immigration authority, and Federal Employment Agency.
The pathway depends on the case
The appropriate residence permit depends partly on whether the qualification is already recognised or recognition will be completed in Germany. Make it in Germany explains the current options.
Procedures may be accelerated
Employers can support procedures with the responsible immigration authority, for example through the fast-track skilled-worker procedure. Whether and how this is useful should be assessed individually.
This overview is not legal advice. The responsible authorities provide binding information.
Note: requirements depend on the country of origin, qualification, procedure, and current rules. This article is not legal advice.