Working in Germany During or After Graduation ❤️ 2023

Working in Germany During or After Graduation

If you are a student from a non-EU/EEA country and want to work during or after your studies in Germany, this post is for you!

Working in Germany during your Stud

• How many days a year am I able to work? 120 full days or 240 half days per year
• Is taking a job as a student assistant or research assistant at my university counted in my limit? No
• Is taking an internship during my semester break regarded as normal work? Yes, even if it’s unpaid.
• Do mandatory internships that are required for my course count towards my limit? No
• Am I permitted to work in a self-employed or freelance capacity? No
• How much can I earn per month tax-free? Up to €450 (~US$491); if you earn more than this, you will have automatic tax deductions from your salary.
• Can I find a job without knowing Germany? You can only work in lecture-free periods and only with the consent of the Federal Employment Agency and the foreigners’ authority.

Working in Germany after Your Studies

– How can I work in Germany after graduation? You can extend your residence permit for up to 18 months to find a job relating to your studies.
– What do I need for the extended residence permit?
• Passport
• Proof of Graduation from a German University
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of financial resources

– When do the 18 months begin? As soon as you receive your final exam results, so you should start looking for employment during your final semester.
– When can I apply for a German residence permit or EU Blue Card? As soon as you’ve found a job role you’d like to accept.
– Can I stay in Germany while my application is pending? Yes
– In what condition can I apply for the Blue Card? You must have been offered a job that pays at least €53,000 (~US$57,844) a year or at least €41,808 (~US$45,629) a year for mathematicians, engineers, natural scientists, technicians, or physicians.
– What should I do if I’d like to stay in Germany and become a permanent resident? You can apply for a ‘settlement permit’ as early as 2 years after receiving your permanent residence permit or EU Blue Card.

Seeking a job in Germany after returning to your home country
– What should I do if I return to my home country but want to travel back to Germany at a later date to find a job? You can apply for a Jobseeker Visa.
– What is a Jobseeker Visa? It is a 6-month visa that entitles you to look for a job related to your degree.
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