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15 best common questions on Job Seeker Visa

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questions on job seeker visa

The Job Seeker Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zur Arbeitsplatzsuche für qualifizierte Fachkräfte) is a way for eligible candidates to stay in Germany for a period of 6 months and search for a job

While going through the process and finding a job, you may get an enormous number of questions. so what are they?

Well, you are lucky because I’ve put together a complete list of common questions on job seeker visa

1. What is a Job Seeker Visa?

Well, this is a common and known question. It’s a type of long-term visa that you can use to enter Germany and search for a job for a period of 6 months.

2. Who is eligible?

You must be at least 18 years old and completed a university degree. You can find the complete eligibility criteria here

3. What documents are required?

Well, mostly requires 13 documents, and check them here what are they. You can add additional documents if you think that adds value to the visa interview

4. How much are the visa fees?

The visa fee is 75 EUR for adults. Always check the current exchange rate before your appointment

5. Can I visa pay fees in cash at the time of the visa interview?

Cash is accepted at some locations and some not. Check the embassy website as per your location

6. I took Demand Draft of Visa fees 2 days or earlier, will it be accepted?

If the exchange is not the same as in Demand Draft(DD) at the time of the interview, then it will not be accepted. You need to take a new one from the bank. So, always take DD a few hours before the appointment

7. Do we need Insurance while attending the interview for the Job Seeker Visa? Or it is needed while traveling to Germany once the JSV is approved ??

In some locations, Insurance is not needed at the time of the interview. Later they will mail to bring Flight tickets, and insurance if your visa is approved. But some locations they expect at the time of the interview. In that case, you can ask 1hr time and book online, take a printout and submit

8. Is the ZAB equivalency certificate important for a Job seeker visa?

It’s not required, just check your university is H+ in the Anabin portal

9. I am a Java Developer with 7 years of experience. I am currently in the process of getting a Job Seeker Visa. So my question is, once I get JSV, what is the prospect of getting some interviews with companies while still in India itself?

Chances are less for interviews while you are outside Germany even though you have a Job Seeker Visa. But there are some people who got jobs in India itself. It depends on the following factors
1. Company has an urgent requirement
2. Company has a branch or subsidiary in your country to take you on board while you are in India.

10. My Job Seeker Visa is about to expire soon, can I enter Germany now? i.e. is there any mandate that we should have a minimum number of days of visa validity to enter?

With the current rules, it’s not possible. afaik, you need to reapply again. But, your visa will be approved again without any restrictions. Also, better to mail the German consulate

11. How long will it take to get a job seeker visa for Germany?

It depends on location and situation but in general, it takes around 6 to 8 weeks. As your application would be forwarded to the concerned local immigration office in Germany, therefore processing takes a bit longer for German national visas.

In some cases, you will get within a week too.

In some cases, it might take even longer because of additional verifications and also if the local immigration authority in Germany is completely overloaded with work. If you do not get your visa results within 8 weeks, then you should contact your German consulate where you submitted the application

12. Is it the best option to move to Germany with a Job Seeker visa with basic knowledge of the German language?

If you are in IT and have good technical skills in your domain, the basic knowledge gives you some chances in getting interview calls. But, if you are in Non-IT, I would suggest coming to Germany on Job Seeker Visa with B2 (preferably C1) German skills.

13. Can I extend my stay in Germany on a job seeker visa?

No, as per the rules extending your stay in Germany is not possible on a job seeker visa. Once your job seeker visa expires, you must either leave Germany or apply for a different type of visa. But there are 2 options worth trying to extend the visa, find more details here

14. How much money do I need to have in my bank account to apply for a job seeker visa?

You need to have sufficient financial amount to support yourself during your stay in Germany for 6 months i.e. at least €8,640 in your bank account.

15. Can I bring my family with me on a job seeker visa?

No, you cannot bring your family as you don’t have any job yet and you should be in a state of taking care of yourself financially in Germany. Anyone can apply once they acquired a work permit

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Best ways to transfer money abroad

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Sending money abroad or to your country is made simple with a plethora of online services competing against each other in speed, cost, and security. While there are many comparisons online, here we list the top 3 that most expats in Germany use.

Before going into detail about each of them, here is a comparison table showing the gist and rated based on experience of our community users and online research.

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Wise: Transfer Money Abroad

Wise is a global technology company that’s building the best way to move money around the world and it is one of the best to transfer money abroad

More than 5 million people and businesses have stopped using banks, PayPal, and traditional providers because Wise is cheaper, faster, and easier. Huge companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new cross-border payment network that will one-day power money without borders for everyone, everywhere. Over five million people use TransferWise, which processes over £4bn in payments every month, saving customers over £1bn a year.

Wise charges a flat 0.5% fee, regardless of the amount. So you would pay around €10 fee for example if you wanted to transfer EUR 2,000 into whichever currency. Wise gives a live guaranteed price.

Pros:

  • Live Guarantee price for 48hrs
  • Instant (Money can be transferred in a few sec if less than €1000 or 24 -48 hrs)
  • Excellent chat or email support
  • Many options to pay: Sofort, Credit Card, Debit Card, Bank Transfer
  • Have various options: Low-cost money transfer, Fast Transfer, Easy Transfer
  • Option to open Bank account
  • Debit card which can be used anywhere as per live exchange rate

Cons:

  • In rare cases, money transfer is delayed in some countries
  • Transferring with credit card is additional charges

Rewire

Rewire is a dedicated financial service and remittance provider from Israel that is designed specifically for working migrants. Rewire was launched in 2015 as an online money transfer and digital banking company designed for customers who wish to remit money home.

Rewire provides free bank account with IBAN and free master debit card which can be used for purchases and withdraw cash

On top of that rewire charges only €0.99 for any amount of international transfer.

Pros:

  • Free IBAN account
  • Free Master Debit Card
  • Only €0.99 fees for international transfer, no matter how much you sent
  • Instant international transfer or max in 1 day
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Better exchange rates than Wise or any other money transfer exchange

Cons:

There are no really cons, but you can’t buy the crypto on crypto exchanges with rewire debit card

Currency Fair:

CurrencyFair is an online peer-to-peer currency exchange marketplace. CurrencyFair is headquartered in Ireland also with employees in the UK, Australia, Greece, Hong Kong, Poland, and Singapore. The company has offices in Newcastle, NSW, Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

It has a unique approach to international money transfers. Instead of exchanging your currency with a bank or a money transfer company, you actually exchange with other CurrencyFair customers to transfer money abroad

Once you transfer in money to your account, we will exchange it at rates up to 8x cheaper than the banks and transfer out to your recipient without delay.

You can securely send money to over 150 countries. Fully licensed and regulated, with a 10-year track record of best-in-class service for quick, low-cost money transfers.

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Transfer fees: Little as 0.1%, to 0.6%, plus a fixed €3 transfer fee.

Skrill:

Skrill is a digital wallet provider enabling a range of online payment and money transfer services. Established in 2001, Skrill is now owned by the Paysafe Group, a large payments group that provides payment services online, in person, and via other channels. Skrill started as an eCommerce payment gateway

You can transfer money abroad through Skrill Money Transfer and fund the payment via credit card, debit card, SOFORT, or bank transfer, depending on where you’re located and the currency you’re using.

You can transfer the money internationally with 0 fees. Sign up now and get €15 credit when you make your first international transfer of €150 euros or more.

Transfer Fees : Free

Pros:

  • The international transfer is free
  • Can use as a digital wallet
  • Skrill card can be used as a debit card and use for payments
  • Good email support
  • Can use a credit card to transfer money internationally without fees

Cons:

  • No Live Guarantee price

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Complete guide to apply for Student Visa Germany

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Student Visa Germany

Germany is one of the best destinations for high-quality education. It has a good research infrastructure, and teaching techniques with low-cost education. Germany could be the best place for many internationals if you looking for higher education. However, to study in Germany you need to apply for Student Visa. Let’s see the requirements and process to apply for Student Visa in Germany.

In this post, I will guide you on how to apply for Student Visa (Visum Zu Studienzwecken)

Types of Student Visa

Based on your study program, there are 3 types of Student visas to pursue studies in Germany.

Language Course visa

This visa serves the purpose of joining short German courses which are from 3 months to 1 year.

Student Applicant Visa (Visum Zur Studienbewerbung)

If you applied to any university and waiting for the confirmation or if you need to attend the entrance examinations from any university, you can apply for this visa which is valid for 3 months.

Student Visa (Visum Zu Studienzwecken)

If you applied to any university and your application is accepted, then you can apply long term student visa

Documents required for Student Visa Germany

Please prepare the 2 sets of following documents

Steps to apply for Student Visa To Germany

  1. Prepare the necessary documents and double-check that you have everything that is required.
  2. Make an appointment with the German embassy located near your residence
  3. Prior to your visa interview, prepare yourself by practicing potential questions about studying in Germany, why you have chosen Germany and other relevant topics.
  4. After the interview, you will need to wait for approximately 3-4 weeks for your visa application to be processed.
  5. In case the embassy asks for additional documents, be prepared to visit the embassy again to submit them.

Things to do once you arrive in Germany on Student Visa

You are lucky and got an opportunity to study in Germany. You must do the important things once you arrive in Germany

  • Register your residence address in Germany within 15 days of arrival. You can find more information here
  • Since your Student Visa is long-term, apply for a residence permit at the immigration authorities

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

Can I work while am studying in Germany?

Yes, you can work while studying in Germany for 120 full days or 240 half days per year

Can I stay in Germany after completing my studies?

Once you obtain a degree, You can apply for a residence permit for job seekers which is given for 18 months. In this period, you can search for a job and you can work for any job until you get qualified employment. Once you received the job offer, you can apply for Blue Card or work permit

Can I apply for a visa extension as my studies are taking longer than expected?

Yes, you can apply for an extension if you know that your studies are taking longer by providing the necessary documents

I am an EU citizen not from Germany, Do I need a visa?

If you belong to one of these countries, then a visa is not required to study in Germany: EA/EU citizens, Australia, Andorra, Brazil, Canada, El Salvador, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, San Marino, Switzerland, United States, South Korea

If you’re an international student planning to study in Germany, be sure to check out our Ultimate Guide to Find Your Dream University in Germany. This comprehensive guide covers everything from understanding the German university system to finding the perfect institution, as well as study visas and scholarships available. Once you’ve gone through this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to apply for your student visa to Germany

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The job interview process in Germany and how to crack it – Ultimate Guide

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A lot of people are looking out for jobs in Germany and to settle. Unlike other countries, Germany has a Job Seeker Visa to come to Germany and seek a job for 6 months. Also, you can apply directly from your country and if you are lucky enough, you might end up in Germany. But, if you want to crack the interview you need to know the job interview process in Germany and rounds. Let us go to the details that can be useful.

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Preselection: CV shortlist

The first step is to apply for the role or position in the company. Generally, you apply for the job with a list of documents CV, Cover letter, and certificates if any. You can also call directly the company and inquire about the position. Once applied, you can wait for the email or call from the HR

All company HRs will receive a huge number of applications for job positions. The recruiter will take some time to go through all the CVs and shortlist the best candidates for the first round of job interviews.

Make your resume/CV perfect to get shortlisted. Invest some time on CV/resume and it’s worth it.

First round of Job interview:

Hurray, the time you invested in your CV/resume, and based on your skills, you are shortlisted for the first round. You must feel lucky as a lot of CVs can go to the trash bin. Treat this as important and prepare for the first round of job interviews. Usually, you will get an email from HR with different time options for an appointment. This could be a video call or audio call or sometimes, directly at the company.

You can choose the time based on your convenience and give the confirmation to the recruiter. Now, sit back and go through your resume and brush up your skills provided on your resume. The questions will not be out of the box and all questions related to the skills or experience mentioned in your resume.

Your CV/resume is the key for the first round of Job interview

Make sure you are on time for the interview and there are no distractions like noises or bad wifi connections, etc. The first round will be mostly with the recruiter/HR to check your skills and experience that fits the open role/position in the company.

Some questions that you can prepare before a Job interview:

  • Basic questions about the skills mentioned on the CV/resume
  • why do you apply for this position/role?
  • Why this company?
  • What are the achievements that made you proud of your previous work experience?
  • Why are you changing the job?
  • Do you speak German?
  • Are you interested to learn German?

There can be questions different than above and its just example as they are popular

Second Round of Job Interview:

The second round is the most crucial round to crack the job interview. Once the recruiter realizes that you fit the open position, your CV/resume will be forwarded to the respective team where you will be working with them once you are selected. You will get an email for the second round to choose the date and time.

The questions are completely technical or related to your experience based on the position you apply. Also, some questions on previous experiences, and studies. Remember don’t fake anything and if you don’t know something, say it and show them that you are interested to learn new things. Also, please make sure that you are communicated well and not show attitude. Even if you have skills and fit for the position, but if your attitude makes them you don’t fit the team and end up in rejection.

Your skills and confidence is crucial for the second round

This round can be a video call or directly at the company as well. For IT, it can be directly live coding tests or some companies will send you a coding challenge.

Third Round of Job Interview:

Some companies might end up with 2 rounds and you will know whether you are selected or rejected. But, most of the companies go for 3rd round as well. If it’s not IT, mostly could be another round to test your knowledge

If it’s IT, you will be getting a coding challenge that you will have time to finish in 1-2 weeks. Show your coding skills and don’t take any help from others. Because, you might survive the coding challenge, but later you might get fired or end up in rejection in a later round. It’s best to do it on your own and learn things.

The coding challenge will be based on your programming skills and can choose the language that you are familiar with

Final round:

Awesome, you passed all the rounds, and here on the final round of interviews. This round is not difficult and it is just to discuss your salary and introduce it to the team. This round mostly will be at the company as HR will take you around the office and introduce you to your colleagues.

The most lovable interview round 🙂

Be calm and kind to your new colleagues, and enjoy the happy moments as you are not jobless anymore :). You can also talk about salary negotiations and employee benefits with HR.

Note:

Some companies have only 2 rounds or 3 rounds and more. I narrowed it down to 4 rounds above that fit every category or role.

Important tips:

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Questions and answers asked by our members for the Aug 1st week

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Questions and answers on living and settling in Germany

I am a full stack java developer and having 8 years of experience, how is the market in Germany for full stack developers. Can I apply from India?

There are many jobs for full stack developer. Keep applying on portals stepstone, LinkedIn, xing, indeed, honeypot, talent.io

Do anyone have EU resume format for full stack developer?

Check this post for resume and CV

What about insurance when we need to show and what duration (mine is under Long term employment)

You can show the Insurance at the time you travel. After landing here, you can apply for statuary health insurance which is linked to your salary. As yours is the employment visa, show initially at the time of interview

How long I should take insurance for employment visa?

Following approval of the visa application and before the visa can be issued, you must provide evidence that you have travel insurance for the period between arrival in the country and commencement of employment, if
such evidence has not already been submitted

Do we need to submit any documents for booking the visa appointment or, only while at the interview time ??

No, documents are not required while booking the visa appointment. Prepare all your documents for visa interview

Do we need Insurance while attending the interview for the Job Seeker Visa? Or it is needed while traveling to Germany once the JSV is approved ??

In Some locations for example in Chennai, Insurance is not needed at the time of interview. Later they will mail to bring Flight tickets, insurance if your visa is approved. But some locations they expect at the time of interview. In that case, you can ask 1hr time and book online, take printout and submit

I am going to apply for both employment Visa and a dependent visa. If we are applying for a dependent visa along with employment Visa

1. Both should have different appointments for eg: one will be in within a week and another one will be after 1 month if it will take more than a month.

2. In the above case, if we will get employment Visa first and need to travel before the dependent visa appointment date, in this case how to handle?

3. Is it mandatory to attend in person at the time of dependent visa and vice versa?

4. Incase both visas approved at the same, is it ok travel dependent after 1 or 2 months?

Any ideas or suggestions?

As I understood, you are applying for a dependent visa and your husband applying for employment visa
1. If an employment visa is happening first, then I would suggest attending together (not sure if they allow) mentioning applying together. 
2. If they don’t allow, then you need to wait for a dependent visa and your husband can fly to Germany with employment visa
3. Your husband is not required while applying for a dependent visa.
4. Yes, if approved there is a time span of 3 or more months (Not sure exact number) but they will mention in the interview. So, you can travel after 1 or 2 months
I would suggest if a visa is approved, better to go at a time. Anything can happen later like COVID situation or whatever.

I have received one interview call from one company and they have set up informal meeting. Any idea what kind of questions they may ask? Looks like this is not technical discussion

They might ask basic technical question, idea about company you are applying for , your skillset (it’s better to explain them in detail) , about your current role and most important why Germany. Go through your resume and they gonna ask same thing

I have completed A2, now doing B1, can I start applying for jobs?

Yeah, Please apply even if you don’t have German skills. Mention that you are learning German and employers might be interested

Do the employers specifically ask for B1, B2 certification or learning German language is enough

No, certificate is not needed at all if you speak German:)

Is there any way can I use a German mobile number from India while applying job and even some address to mention?

I would say mention address when your visa is approved and you are about to travel in a few weeks or in a month. But, the visa is not approved I would not suggest keeping either German mobile number and address. If you keep it, can leads to a bad impression

Do we need the documents Proof of accommodation, proof of financials and proof of health insurance at the time of booking for an appointment? Or, at the time of interview ?

Proof of financials need to show at the time of interview. But health insurance, accommodation can show when visa is getting approved and they will ask to collect the passport second time or submit passport for visa stamping. But also depends on location

Is ZAB equivalency certificate is important for Job seeker visa?

It’s not required, just check your university is H+ in anabin portal

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Complete guide to finding companies list in Germany

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As I promised in the previous article (ways to apply for jobs in Germany), now let’s go through how can you find the companies list in Germany based on city and industry. Check the step-by-step guide below.

Guide to find companies list in Germany:

1. Open the kununu.com website and click “Suchen”

Then you will see below screen

2. Select Industry in the branche drop down. For ex: Select IT if you are in IT field

3. Select place in ort field. For example: Enter Frankfurt am Main

4. Or You can select the region. For example enter Hessen

5. You will see the results below

6. Click the company to open the details. For example, you should able to see the below screen if you select the company Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH

7. Scroll down the page to links section and click the website link. Go to their website and look for the career portal, search for the jobs. If there is no website link, copy the company name and search in google to navigate to career portal

The other way is to find companies list in Germany by google maps. Let us know your feedback in the comments that helps to provide more useful information

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4 Ultimate ways to apply for jobs in Germany

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Jobs in Germany

As everyone needs a job to survive and live a better life. Applying for jobs in Germany or anywhere is not really difficult. But, if you don’t apply in the right way your resume can end up in a trash bin. And if you think there is only one way to apply on job portals, then you might be wrong. To get the job, you need to crack the interview when there is a huge competition in Germany. For that, you need to follow certain principles, process, and keep huge efforts to stand out as unique in the competition.

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I consolidated the best ways to apply for jobs in Germany and what you need to follow before applying, let’s go through them below.

Applying through Job Portals:

Find below the list of Job portals and create a good profile as a first step. Follow the priority below to apply for jobs, also subscribe for new job alerts

Remember, for every company you apply, prepare a new cover letter as per role and requirements. All employers will get 100s of applications with the same content in the CV and cover letter. So, why they need to consider your application? Just ask for yourself. Before going to apply, study about the company and add a few points about what is great and what can you make better. This will be a chance to pick your application at first. Once you applied for all the jobs in all job portals. Go to the below sites and look for jobs.

Applying directly in the company portal

The second way is to apply for jobs in Germany is directly on the company portal which is also the best method and less competition compared to other ways. Mostly, no one tries this method and thus results in fewer job applicants to the job position. Check below ways to find companies

Job/Tech Fair to apply jobs in Germany:

Job/Tech fair is referred commonly as a career fair or career expo, which is speed dating for companies and professionals job seekers. A job fair is an event in which employers, recruiters, and schools give information to potential employees.

Many job seekers tend to overlook job fairs as they may be viewed as crowded, competitive, and confusing, considering there are so many recruiters. But, there are many benefits

You can check here some events happening in Germany

Jobs via Social Media Network:

Today, social media isn’t just used to keep in contact with our social network yet it has likewise become an essential tool for sourcing and recruiting the best candidates. In fact, more than 90% of recruiters use social networking platforms to find, recruit, and retain ideal employees. Find below some tips to find jobs in Germany:

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4 Ultimate ways to settle in Germany

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Thank you for visiting the post and if you are here, you might be looking for options to settle in Germany. The popular countries like America have some restrictions to settle or You need ILETS to settle in Canada. The best option could be Germany to settle and have a quality of life. Let’s not waste the time and go in detailed ways to settle in Germany

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Possible ways to settle in Germany:

Employment Visa:

Many of us knows employment visa as even you can say by the name “Visa with Employment”. Yes, one of the way is finding the job from your country and come to Germany with employment visa.

Well, now the question is how to find the job? Is it possible?. The answer is yes, it is possible but only if you have extraordinary skills and putting a huge amount of effort into applying for jobs. A lot of German companies hiring candidates from other countries. Follow below steps to find the job

  • The first step to make an excellent resume/CV to impress the employers. In Germany, the resume is considered in Europass format but it’s not mandatory. But, it’s good to have, below you can download sample resume and some key points to make a nice resume

Download the sample resume and make excellent resume

  • Once your resume is perfect, now it’s time to find the best job portals and apply for the jobs. Consider mainly applying in indeed, stepstone, Linkedin, xing websites.
  • Prepare well for the interview and make sure, there are no distractions in interview time. Mention to your interviewer that you can apply for employment visa once you get the contract
  • If you crack the interview, the next step is to apply for a visa. Take a visa appointment in German consulate based on your location.
  • Once you get the visa approval, time to book the flights, and accommodation to travel to Germany.
  • Welcome to Germany:)
  • Apply for Blue Card, you can find more details here
  • After 21/33 months based on your German skills, you can apply for the permanent settlement permit

Job Seeker Visa:

As you might know as Job Search visa where Germany allows you to apply Job Seeker Visa to come to Germany and search for a job for a period of 6 months.

Find the complete guide to apply Job Seeker Visa.

Student Visa:

One of the ways to settle in Germany is to come as a student with a Student Visa. After completing the studies, you have 18 months to search for a job. Once you get the job and process is the same as applying for Blue Card.

Find a German partner:

You read it right :). If you find your partner and if he/she interested to marry. Then you can fly and settle in Germany. Will write a detailed post soon, If you don’t want to miss the update subscribe below

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Questions asked on Germany Visa and work by our members and answers for the July end week

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Please find below the questions asked in our groups and answers to it. This can give a clear idea if you have same questions

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What is the minimum level of German language required to get job in Germany?

There is no “minimum” requirement for German per say. There are English speaking jobs where you don’t need German language and there are companies looking for candidates fluent in German where B2 level (some people say strong B2) should be good.

How’s the job market in Germany for finance and accounts professionals?

There are jobs in the Finance field. I would not say there is none or less. But, employers expect German skills because you need to deal with finance and also employees

What is success rate and German Language proficiency?

Don’t see the success rate. Let’s consider one example:  Let’s consider 10 people who came to Germany for Job Search, in those 10 people 7 people will not keep efforts like making a perfect resume or applying 10-15 jobs per day, etc. If you ask those 7 people obviously they will say “don’t come to Germany and difficult to get a job”.

That’s how happening with a lot of people here. I spoke to some people when I started a Facebook group and I was reviewing their resume, and those are not in Europass format or not even in a good impression. When I ask them to make in Europass format, they said its complex and did not make it. So, obviously will end up returning back to their country without a job

Can you please share the Europass CV format and cover letter?

You can download here. Also Job portals mentioned

I am Automation Tester, looking forward to migrating to Germany?
1. Hows the job IT market in Munich and Berlin?
2. Is German highly mandatory? as some of my friends are in IT there without German
3. What are the chances of getting a positive response from India itself?


1. There are decent openings for Automation testing across Germany.
2. Language for IT employees is not mandatory unless you are client-facing.
But it’s good to have the basic German proficiency
3. Chances are very low when you apply from India. Generally, companies prefer candidates who are based out of the EU region.

Can anyone let me know.. in which cities in Germany do we have job opportunities for SAP Modules and are affordable to stay during JSV period?

If you ask me in which cities, I will look for jobs Linkedin and filter based on the city –> that gives me the number of jobs in the city. Repeat for other cities and decide in which city I should live in Germany during my job search

Other answers from members:
1. For sap favorable area is NRW and Mannheim Stuttgart. I was also planning to go, Mannheim, as it is between NRW and Stuttgart area  until COVID came
2. Also, remember you can stay anywhere in Germany and most of the employers will pay travel expenses

I am a Java Developer with 7 years of experience. I am currently in the process of getting a Job Seeker Visa. So my question is, once I get JSV, what is the prospect of getting some interviews with companies while still in India itself.

Chances are less for interview’s while you are in India even though you have Job Seeker Visa. But there are some people who got jobs from India itself. It depends on following factors
1. Company has a urgent requirement
2. Company has branch or subsidiary in India to take you onboard while you are in India.

Will any recruiting agency be of any help?

In Germany applying to recruitment agencies and applying directly is the same. If you apply through an agency, you will be having one extra round of interview

Do you have any information about present self-quarantine procedure in German? As my University is in Berlin but right now I can book a flight to Frankfurt only can I travel to Berlin from Frankfurt in public transport? 

14 days home quarantine and Yes, from Frankfurt you should catch an ICE/RE to  Berlin

I am trying to apply jobs from India but all are rejections

Yeah, because employers are not sure whether you get a visa or not. So, they don’t spend money on recruiting from other countries.

I’m in India.. But looking for opportunities in Germany..
Previously was in Germany for 5 years..

Getting a job from India is bit difficult. You can try again with Job Seeker Visa as might already experience in Germany, you might have more chances for interview calls

Hi, my JSV is about to expire on 11th Aug, can I enter in to Germany now.i.e. is there any mandate that we should have minimum number of days of visa validity to enter?

With the current rules it’s not possible. afaik, you need to reapply again. But, your visa will be approved again without any restrictions. Also, better to mail German consulate

I have a query regarding the job market for IT Infra Support profiles. I have 11 yrs of experience in Citrix and currently working as an SME CITRIX. Are there any chances for a job in support profile if I use JSV?

I am not sure about your role. But, I would imagine there are jobs in IT support. I would suggest do research on job portals. Based on my experience, if you find more than 500 jobs available for your role, you can think about applying JSV

Recently one of the consultancies in Delhi contacted me for the job in Germany and said they can get it done by scheduling interviews with the German companies. First Notch Immigration. Has anyone heard?

Probably, scam. Ask them to do without taking any fees. If they ask fees, tell them will pay after your first month salary in Germany.
But, I am not sure about the consultancy at all. All I heard from some people, they are just looting the money

Is there any reliable consultancy in Delhi where I can start process of Germany, Work in Germany? Means that consultancy which provide me job opportunity as well as visa assistance.

I don’t know about any consultancies, I would suggest not go to them. And, now Job seeker visa is not allowed to apply now due to covid 19. The only way is to get Job directly from India.

I am an IT professional working as a data scientist having 9 years of experience. Just wanted to ask if someone has B1 in the German language, and started applying through India. Will the chance of getting an interview will increase or it’s same if you apply from India?
Since the JSV is stopped due to COVID, one has to apply from India only.

Yes, if you have German skills you might have more chances of getting interview calls. Apply in honeypot, talent also check stackoverflow websites. Yes, JSV is stopped now. But, you can improve your German skills and once JSV is resumed, you will have more chance to find a job

I am planning to apply for job seeker visa next month in Bangalore ..but I see there are no slots 
I am mentioning my visa start date as 1st March.

Below are my questions
1. Should all my documents notarized 

2. Can I take travel health insurance after the visa has been approved or should I show it during the visa appointment?

3. (a) How can one provide accommodation details for the entire 60 days? 

3(b)Can we book for 10 days during the visa interview and say that I will book based on the situation in Germany and show enough funds in the account?

3(c)Or can we go without accommodation details and show that I have enough funds 


1. Not required
2. It depends on the location. Some locations expect at the time of the interview. If they ask at the time of the interview, ask them to give 1hr time and then you can book online and submit immediately otherwise you can submit at visa stamping time.
3. You can book accommodation here (The prices are cheaper than booking.com website for the same hotel you book.)and you can only book 30 days at a time. So book 2 times for 60 days
a. You need to show for 3 months
b. You can book a free cancellation option. so that you can cancel for free without any charges. Without funds or accommodation details, the visa will be rejected
Suggestion:
Try to book small durations in multiple hotels or the hotel would understand that you are wasting a bed slot just for your visa. They will mail you to cancel your booking.

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Schengen visa – Complete guide to apply tourist visa for Europe

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Schengen Visa

Europe is the most well preserved cultural heritage, open borders and efficient infrastructure makes visiting Europe a breeze, and rarely will you have to travel more than a few hours before you can immerse yourself in a new culture. You need to add your travel bucket to visit European countries. The best thing is with one Schengen Visa you can visit the 26 countries. Check out complete details below

What is Schengen Visa?

Schengen Visa is a popular short term visa in Europe that allows you to visit the Schengen countries of the duration of no more than 90 days in any 180 day period. You can visit all Schengen countries without any border control. If you are looking for a longer stay, you might try Job Seeker Visa, Family reunion visa and others

Which countries you can visit with Schengen Visa?

You can visit below countries with Schengen visa without any restrictions

Schengen countries
Schengen Countries

Documents to apply Schengen Visa:

For Minors:

The following additional documents required for minors

  • If traveling unaccompanied by the parent(s), consent letter signed by both parents & applicant. Form signed by both parents
  • Copy of the parent(s)’ passports data page

Schengen Visa Fees:

The cost of Schengen visa fees is 80 €. Children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years shall pay a visa fee of EUR 40.

Nationals from countries with a visa facilitation agreement (as per February 2020: Armenia,
Azerbaijan, Russia, and holders of non-biometric passports from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, and Ukraine), shall pay a visa fee of EUR 35.

Embassies have different policies in accepting local and/or Euro currencies for the payment of the visa fee. Some consulates also accept payment by credit card. Please refer to the information displayed on the relevant website of the consulate in charge.

Steps to Apply:

  • Plan your itinerary trip and prepare your cover letter
  • Prepare the documents as mentioned above, make sure you fill the Application form online and take a printout
  • Prepare Demand Draft for visa fees (Some locations accept cash, check your local website)
  • Make 2 sets of copies of all your documents
  • Attend visa interview and submit your documents
  • Wait for 1 week to 2 weeks for visa
  • Fly to Europe 🙂

Some tips for trip:

  • Keep ready to eat foods like nuts, cookies, etc. This can help you save some money while traveling
  • If possible, find some friends to go with you
  • Get travel insurance and it’s most important for the visa as well. It can save lots of money if you fall sick
  • Don’t forget to carry a Europlug adapter to charge your electronic devices.
  • You can also look at some cheap flights, best deals to travel in Europe

FAQ

Should I show funds if I have obligation letter?

No, If you have an obligation letter then it is not required to show bank balance or accommodation proof. Don’t forget to carry an Obligation letter while traveling. At the time of the visa interview, you can provide a copy of the obligation letter as proof of Financial and accommodation.

How long will it take to process Schengen Visa?

Should not take more than 2 weeks. Be prepared with all required documents

Can I enter multiple times with Schengen Visa?

On the visa sticker the “number of entries” is indicated: “1”, “2” or “MULT”. The holder of a multiple entry visa (“MULT”) may enter the Schengen area an unlimited number of times during the validity of the visa while respecting the rules on the duration of stay.

What is the format of cover letter for Schengen Visa?

Mention your purpose of travel, how you will fund your trip (if you have sponsor/obligation letter, mention about it), an overview of your itinerary, intent to return your country.

I am visiting multiple countries, which embassy I need to apply?

Apply to the country where you will be spending maximum no of days.