Your Path to Living and Working in Germany

Are you considering a move to Germany for work? Whether you have received a job offer, are relocating with your employer, or are planning to bring your family to Germany, choosing the right immigration route is an important first step.

Germany offers several residence options for qualified professionals and international employees. One of the most attractive routes is the EU Blue Card, designed for highly qualified professionals seeking to live and work in Germany.

Jungkunz Law assists international professionals, families, and employers with German work and residence visa matters.

EU Blue Card – A Leading Option for Qualified Professionals

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified professionals from outside the EU who have secured qualifying employment in Germany.

Depending on your qualifications, position, and salary, you may be eligible if you:

Hold a recognized or comparable university or other qualifying tertiary-level degree, or meet the special requirements for certain IT professionals
Have a qualifying job offer or employment contract in Germany
Meet the applicable salary requirements

The EU Blue Card offers several advantages, including opportunities for family reunification, greater mobility within the EU, and a potentially faster route to permanent residence in Germany.

Other German Work and Residence Options

Not every professional or employee qualifies for an EU Blue Card. Depending on your background and plans, other immigration options may be available, including:

Skilled Worker Residence Permits: For qualified professionals with academic or vocational qualifications.
ICT Card: For employees transferred within an international company to a German entity.
Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte): For eligible individuals who wish to come to Germany to look for employment.
Family Reunification: For spouses and children joining a family member in Germany.

Identifying the right residence category from the outset can help avoid unnecessary delays and complications.

How Jungkunz Law Can Help

We assist individuals, families, and businesses with:

Assessing eligibility for German work and residence permits
EU Blue Card applications
Residence permits for accompanying spouses and children
Intra-company transfers and employment-related immigration
Reviewing qualifications and immigration requirements
Navigating the German visa and residence process

With legal qualifications in both Germany and California, Jungkunz Law provides cross-border guidance to clients relocating to Germany from the United States and elsewhere.

Planning Your Move to Germany?

Whether you are applying for an EU Blue Card, relocating with your family, or transferring employees to Germany, we can help you understand your options.

Contact Jungkunz Law to discuss your German immigration needs.

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German Work Visas & EU Blue Card