Employment, not necessarily related to your qualification
Because we’re not just another agency. Because we offer a maximum of flexibility. Because we build on our specialist knowledge.
We put your needs first and recommend you the options that are most suitable for your individual profile. For free and without commitment. You want to go to Germany as fast as possible? Or rather well-prepared and thoughtful? You name it. Flexibility is key, and so is reliability.
German immigration law offers many opportunities for skilled workers to live and work in Germany.
For this, it is usually necessary that you have an official professional qualification (diploma / certificate) from your home country and that this is recognised in Germany by the competent recognition authority. Unfortunately, without professional recognition you have no prospect of working as a skilled worker in Germany and living there permanently.
Under certain conditions, assistant professions also have a chance of professional recognition. This also applies to some 2-year vocational training programmes. Here, the possibilities depend on the exact profession and the country of origin.
How well you need to speak German depends largely on your job and the wishes of your future employer. We will be happy to advise you and provide further information..
Scope (Educational background)
Language requirements
Need to start recognition
Completion of recognition
Scope (Educational background)
Language requirements
Need to start recognition
Completion of recognition
Scope (Educational background)
Language requirements
Need to start recognition
Completion of recognition
Scope (Educational background)
Language requirements
Need to start recognition
Completion of recognition
Kindly remember you must have a formal recognition (diploma) for a successful migration!
(except people from Western Balkan)
You want to live and work in Germany? There are various possibilities. The decisive factor is what you bring with you (school-leaving certificate or vocational qualification) and what you want to become.
Our digital guide will help you clarify the first steps. After that, we will gladly take over and advise you individually!
Big city life or nature and peace in the country? Hospital or care facility? Our network of employers covers all of Germany. We certainly have the right match for you, too.
The path to getting a job in Germany is not an easy one, but we will support you every step of the way. The actual duration of the process depends greatly on your profession.
This is because the requirement with which German language level you should arrive also stands and falls with it. This is determined by the authorities or laws, and sometimes your future employer also has their own requirements. The better your German needs to be, the longer the lead time.
You can get to know your future employer in an interview as soon as you can communicate in German. Your employer will be happy to wait for you until all the other steps have been taken.
Sometimes you have to wait quite a long time at the German authorities, for example for the decision on professional recognition or for the visa itself.
We explain in a deliberately simplified way what happens when and why.
Without formal recognition of your professional qualification, it is not possible to work and thus live in Germany in the long term.
Which German authority is responsible depends on your profession and the location of your future employer. However, the procedure itself is comparable. You have to submit your certificate or diploma (or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree) together with other documents and an application form. Then you have to wait, sometimes for a long time, until you get a decision that shows any differences (deficits) compared to the German profession (= reference).
After arriving at the German employer’s, you often have to learn what you lack from the German point of view in a kind of internship. This can take a few weeks, sometimes even several months. In the case of so-called regulated professions (example: nurse), you can optionally take a “knowledge test” instead of such an “adaptation course”.
Officially, this is a so-called residence title for taking up gainful employment, i.e. to be allowed to work and live in Germany.
You must always apply for a work visa before entering your home country at the competent mission abroad (German embassy or consulate general). In addition to your employment contract, you will usually need a certificate from the authority responsible for recognising your profession and a language certificate confirming your German language skills.
What else is required and, above all, which visa you will be issued and how long it is valid depends on your professional qualification and your future work and position.
This overview will help you with an initial classification.
The German language is not known to ba a simple, popular language. The grammar is complicated, the words are long. But with a little motivation and diligence, you too will succeed and maybe even enjoy it!
A good knowledge of German is a prerequisite for your start in the new country and later for obtaining professional recognition. Having a good command of German will help you with your colleagues on the job as well as in your private life with neighbours and new friends.
We offer you maximum flexibility in your language learning. You can join Signite at any time – with no language skills or with an existing language level. You decide whether you want to learn the language at one of our partner language schools or whether you prefer to attend courses independently. With us, everything is possible that will bring you successfully to your goal.
and what they stand for
according to the Common
European Framework of
Reference (CEFR).
A1
You can understand and use basic phrases and expressions and communicate in simple.
A2
You can take part in simple exchanges on familiar topics. You can understand and communicate routine information.
B1
You can communicate in situations and use simple language to communicate feelings, opinions, plans and experiences.
B2
You can communicate easily with native German speakers. You can understand and express some complex ideas and topics.
Register for free and start your journey with Signite!
Signing up to Signite is quick and free of charge via our website. Get a first impression of Signite’s matching by filling out the matching questionnaire. Tell us some information about your personal background and expectations. We will then transfer this information to our matching app, where you can sign up and create your professional profile. There is also a way for direct registration.
Our approach is very flexible. You don’t need to have German language skills to join Signite. However, we are happy for you to join with existing German skills as this will speed up your process. The interview with your employer can take place at A2 level. For the visa you need at least B1. Signite can help you find suitable German courses. Just get in touch with us!
With our matching app, we offer you the digital framework to find the right employer. You can choose your employer according to your preferences. Or maybe you are completely flexible? All this affects your matches and therefore the selection of suitable employers. It’s up to you!
Signite offers you continuous support from your registration to your transfer to Germany. We support you in applying for professional recognition, accompany you during language training and help you with interviews with your future employer. We advise you on applying for your visa and give you recommendations on how to complete the recognition procedure. We do all this online via our matching app or, if necessary, in personal contact with our Signite team.
The use of the Signite Matching app is free for all users, there are no hidden costs. We believe that professionals should pursue their goal of migrating to Germany with maximum flexibility and no contractual commitment. However, we expect you to follow our approach with commitment, sincerity and personal dedication to complete all process steps on time.
Yes.
The process of professional recognition in Germany can be quite confusing and demanding. But Signite supports you step by step. First, we identify the most suitable solution for you. Then we help you put together the right application documents and submit them to the relevant office. And once you’re ready to go to Germany, we’ll put you in touch with the right education provider to complete the professional recognition process.
In general, all skilled workers can join Signite. However, according to German immigration law, immigrants older than 45 must show a certain salary in order to obtain a visa. This salary is comparatively high, so it can be a bit difficult to find an employer who will pay this salary. Nevertheless, try your luck! Ask our Signite team for help and try to find an employer who meets the requirements.