Advice and support

You live outside of Germany. You would like to find a job or undergo vocational training in Germany. The Federal Employment Agency can help you. Make use of our support – trustworthy, personal and free of charge.

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How we support you

The Federal Employment Agency is a government agency. It is responsible for the labour market in Germany. It supports people who are looking for a job.

We offer comprehensive support for labour force coming from other countries.

We will help you step by step on your way to Germany:

  • positiv:We will  clarify with you whether you fulfil  the requirements for working in Germany.
  • positiv:We will  tell you how and where you can have your foreign professional qualifications and certificates recognised in Germany.
  • positiv:We will  help you find a job that matches your professional qualifications.
  • positiv:We will  discuss your visa, recognition or job application documents with you.

Tipp:Good to know: Support from the Federal Employment Agency is always free of charge.

Who can use our services?

Get in touch with us

You will receive the best support if you are well-prepared. This is what you should do:

  • positiv:Think about which profession or industry you would like to work in.
  • positiv:Write down your questions.
  • positiv:Update your curriculum vitae: Write down your entire professional background. This also includes any vocational training programme  or studies.
  • positiv:Have relevant certificates, attestations and language certificates ready.

If you have informed yourself in advance, you can send us an enquiry. Please complete the form below:

What happens next?

Once we have received your enquiry, we will get back to you as soon as possible.

We may ask you to send us further documents. We will then check your prospects in Germany. If you have good prospects, we will arrange an appointment with you for a consultation.

The appointment with your expert takes place online. You will receive the relevant details in advance.

Answers to frequently asked questions

The Federal Employment Agency cannot answer all questions relating to your entry. These include, for example:

  • Questions about the processing time of your visa
  • Finding an internship in Germany
  • Questions about setting up a business
  • Questions about labour law

Under certain conditions, EU citizens can receive financial assistance, for example, for:

  • Travelling and relocation expenses
  • Language courses
  • Costs for the recognition of your professional qualifications

For more information, visit the website EURES : Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS).

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