Highlights of the Skilled Worker immigration act

• Germany is facing a considerable shortage of foreign workers.
• The Skilled Worker immigration act was passed on 18th November by the German parliament.
• New modifications and rules are implied on the EU Blue card.
• The changes will be effective from March 1st, 2024
• The New EU Blue card scheme includes low salary changes for regular occupations.

The EU Blue card holders from other countries can now visit Germany without additional permits.

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Details of the Skilled Worker immigration act

Germany has been facing a considerable shortage of foreign workers, especially in sectors like IT, technology, logistics, and medical care. A greater number of employers are looking for opportunities in these sectors. Therefore, to meet this challenge, the German parliament passed Skilled Worker Immigration on Nov, 2023. This Skilled Worker immigration act has increased the speed of opportunities for skilled workers and has made many changes to the EU Blue card.

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EU Blue card

• The minimum salary for workers has been increased to 45.3% now of the annual contribution evaluation for pension insurance.
• The graduates who have recently graduated have an opportunity to obtain an EU Blue card if they meet the minimum salary requirement.
• IT worker who has a minimum of 3 years’ experience can apply for an EU Blue card even without a degree.
• The list of restricted professionals who are eligible for an EU Blue card has been increased.
• The updated law will now allow EU Blue card holders from other countries to visit Germany without additional permits.
• EU Blue card holders can now bring their family members to Germany.

Changes will be effective from March 1st, 2024

The new Skilled Immigration Act introduces flexible provisions. Candidates who are taking training for 3 years in Germany to get a German qualification are now eligible for a work permit. This advantage is given to both students and trainees, giving more importance to work-study arrangements. Skilled workers can bring their family members, majorly considering spouses, small children, or parents.

From June 2024, an “Opportunity card” based point system will be introduced for individuals having foreign qualifications. This will allow them to stay in Germany for 1 year to search for employment opportunities.

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Web Story: German parliament enacts first phase of Skilled Worker immigration act on 18th Nov 2023