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Work visa for artists, musicians, performers, and creative professionals. Includes both employed and self-employed creative workers.

Residence permit for entrepreneurs and startup founders. Requires viable business idea, sufficient capital for implementation, and economic benefit to Germany.

Fast-track work permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals with academic degrees. Requires job offer meeting salary threshold. Expedited path to permanent residency.

Residence permit for dependent children and minors to join their parents in Germany through family reunification.

Residence permit allowing spouses and registered partners of German residents or visa holders to join their family in Germany.

Work visa for IT professionals with or without formal qualifications. Requires job offer meeting minimum salary threshold.

Points-based visa for skilled and semi-skilled workers seeking employment in Germany. Allows job search for up to 1 year with ability to work part-time (20 hours/week).

Visa for studying the German language at language schools or preparatory courses in Germany.

Work visa for professional athletes and coaches working at German sports clubs or athletic organizations.

Residence permit for researchers and scientists with PhD or equivalent qualification. Requires hosting agreement from recognized research institution.

Short-term visitor visa for tourism and visiting family or friends. Valid for up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Allows sightseeing, cultural activities, and social visits.

Residence permit for self-employed professionals and freelancers. Requires proof of sustainable business model, sufficient funds, and economic benefit to Germany.

Unlimited residence permit granting permanent residency rights in Germany. Available to long-term residence permit holders meeting specific criteria.

Visa for international students pursuing full-time academic programs at German universities and educational institutions. Allows part-time work during studies.

Visa for students undertaking internships related to their academic program at German universities or organizations.

Work visa for non-EU workers with professional experience but no formal academic qualification. Requires job offer and Federal Employment Agency approval.

Visa for international applicants pursuing vocational training (apprenticeships) in Germany. Includes in-company and school-based training programs.

Work visa for non-EU skilled workers with recognized academic or vocational qualifications. Requires job offer from German employer. Leads to permanent residency.