Legal framework and visa regulations
It is now normal for German companies to employ skilled workers from abroad. Global mobility and the shortage of skilled labour in Germany have made this possible.
With a sound understanding of the legal framework and visa requirements as well as careful planning and implementation, companies can successfully organise the employment of foreign skilled workers. This will also ensure long-term success for both your employees and your company.
What is the legal framework for the employment of foreign skilled workers?fte in Germany?
In Germany, the legal framework for the employment of foreign skilled workers is laid down in various laws and ordinances.
Residence Act (AufenthG)
The Residence Act regulates the residence of foreigners in Germany and contains provisions on the entry, residence and employment of foreign skilled workers. It distinguishes between different residence titles that can be applied for depending on the purpose of the stay, including the visa for job-seeking, the EU Blue Card for highly qualified skilled workers and the residence permit for skilled workers.
EmploymentöEmployment Promotion Act (BeschFG)
The Employment Promotion Act aims to promote and facilitate the employment of foreigners in Germany. It contains provisions on work permits and the employment of foreign skilled workers, including the requirements and procedures for the granting of work permits and temporary employment.
Skilled Labour Immigration Act (FEG)
The Skilled Immigration Act regulates the immigration of skilled workers from non-EU countries to Germany and facilitates the access of highly qualified skilled workers to the German labour market. It simplifies the procedures for recognising foreign qualifications and facilitates the entry and residence of skilled workers. It also regulates the conditions for residence permits and the EU Blue Card.
Regulations and directives
In addition to the laws, there are various ordinances and directives issued by the Federal Government and the European Union that regulate the employment of foreign skilled workers in Germany. These include the Employment Ordinance, the Minimum Wage Ordinance, recognition legislation and the EU directives on freedom of movement and the coordination of social security.
How do the Visa regulations for the employment of foreign skilled workers in Germany?
The visa regulations for the employment of foreign skilled workers in Germany are primarily governed by the Residence Act (AufenthG). This law regulates the residence of foreigners in Germany and contains provisions on entry, residence and employment.
EU Blue Card
The EU Blue Card is a special work visa for highly qualified skilled workers from non-EU countries. In order to obtain the EU Blue Card, applicants must have completed a university degree, have an employment contract or a binding job offer in Germany and earn a minimum annual gross salary equivalent to 1.5 times the average gross salary in Germany.
Residence permit for skilled workersfte
Skilled workers who have an employment contract in Germany or would like to take up a job can apply for a residence permit. This permit authorises them to work and live in Germany. In order to obtain the residence permit, they must prove that they have the necessary qualifications for their profession and that their employer has applied for and authorised the employment of foreigners.
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