Germany Opportunity Card 2026
Your gateway to European job opportunities through the Chancenkarte
Germany Job Seeker Visa
Germany Opportunity Card Job Placement
The Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) is a revolutionary points-based job seeker visa allowing non-EU nationals to enter Germany for up to one year to search for employment. You need minimum 6 points to qualify.
1 Year
Job Search Period
6 Points
Minimum Required
| Criteria | Points |
|---|---|
| Recognized Qualification | 4 |
| 5+ Years Experience | 3 |
| 2-5 Years Experience | 2 |
| German B1 Level | 3 |
| German A2 Level | 2 |
| English C1 Level | 1 |
| Age Under 35 | 2 |
| Previous Germany Stay | 1 |
Free Germany Assessment
Job search visa for 1 year
Part-time work allowed (20 hrs/week)
Path to EU Blue Card
No job offer required initially
Bring family after employment
Gateway to EU job market
