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Which German visa fits you?

Germany has five main doors in — Blue Card, Skilled Worker, Chancenkarte, student, and Ausbildung — and which one is yours comes down to a few facts. Answer them below.

What are you coming to Germany for?

Do you already have a German job offer?

Your most likely route

Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card)

No job offer needed — score 6 points from qualification, experience, language, and age, and you can job-hunt in Germany for up to a year.

Check your points now

2026 thresholds: Blue Card €50,700 standard / €45,934.20 for shortage occupations, recent graduates and IT specialists — verified against Make it in Germany. This is an orientation, not legal advice — the embassy or Ausländerbehörde decides your case.

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Chancenkarte Calculator

No job offer? Score your 6 points for the Opportunity Card.

Citizenship & PR Timeline

When each visa turns into PR and citizenship — exact dates.

First-month budget

What landing in Germany actually costs, line by line.

Every route gets easier with German

B1 unlocks faster PR on the Blue Card, points on the Chancenkarte, and daily life everywhere.

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