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Seasonal Worker Visa

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–4 weeks

Estimated Cost

EUR €75

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

6 months

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Living in Germany

Cost of Living

2% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary€36,000

Quality of Life

195/200

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Overview

Short-term work visa for seasonal employment in agriculture, tourism, and other sectors.

The German Seasonal Worker Visa allows non-EU nationals to work temporarily in agriculture, forestry, horticulture, hospitality, and related sectors. No degree is required — applicants need a confirmed job offer from a registered German employer with Federal Employment Agency approval and at least 30 hours per week.

The visa covers stays up to 6 months and is not renewable; there is no pathway to permanent residence or family reunification. Processing takes 4–8 weeks. The consular fee is €75. The employer must arrange or secure accommodation for the duration of the stay.

This visa is ideal for non-EU workers seeking short-term, paid employment in seasonal industries who plan to return home after each season.

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Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

6 months

Eligible Nationalities (2)

Georgia

Moldova

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid job offer or employment contract from a registered German employer

Employment must be in a seasonal sector (e.g., agriculture, forestry, hospitality)

Minimum working time of 30 hours per week

Approval from the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit)

Adequate health insurance coverage

Adequate accommodation provided or arranged by the employer

Intent to return to home country after the permit expires

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed visa application form

Signed employment contract or job offer

Approval letter from the Federal Employment Agency

Proof of health insurance

Proof of accommodation

Biometric passport-sized photos

Verified Claims (22)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps

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arbeitsagentur.de

Dependent Visa

none

home-affairs.ec.europa.eu

Fee Breakdown

Visa Fee: 75 EUR

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Fees

€75

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Forms

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arbeitsagentur.de

Included Nationalities

GE; MD

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Job Offer Required

true

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Official Info

https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/en/seasonal-work-in-germany

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Official Information

Living in Germany

Cost of Living

2% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary€36,000

Quality of Life

195/200

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Overview

Short-term work visa for seasonal employment in agriculture, tourism, and other sectors.

This visa is ideal for non-EU workers seeking short-term, paid employment in seasonal industries who plan to return home after each season.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid job offer or employment contract from a registered German employer

Employment must be in a seasonal sector (e.g., agriculture, forestry, hospitality)

Minimum working time of 30 hours per week

Approval from the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit)

Adequate health insurance coverage

Adequate accommodation provided or arranged by the employer

Intent to return to home country after the permit expires

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed visa application form

Signed employment contract or job offer

Approval letter from the Federal Employment Agency

Proof of health insurance

Proof of accommodation

Biometric passport-sized photos