Navigate Germany’s employment visa system with confidence. From EU Blue Cards and General Employment Permits to the Accelerated Skilled Worker Procedure and Family Reunification, we manage every detail of recruitment, immigration, and relocation – so you can focus on growing your team.
Germany offers one of Europe’s most progressive and structured immigration systems for skilled professionals — built to address labour shortages across key industries like engineering, healthcare, IT, construction, and manufacturing. But while the system is robust, navigating it requires deep understanding of regional authorities, qualification recognition, and procedural timing.
Whether hiring tradespeople through the General Employment Permit or highly educated professionals via the EU Blue Card, German immigration places a strong emphasis on verifying that both the role and the worker meet specific legal and salary criteria. Employers also need to engage with multiple local authorities — from the Foreigners’ Office (Ausländerbehörde) to chambers of commerce and recognition bodies like IHK.
At Recruitroo, we guide employers and candidates through every step. From checking qualification equivalency and submitting fast-track requests to managing visa timelines and coordinating post-arrival residence registration, we remove the guesswork and reduce administrative friction.
Whether you’re expanding into Germany, relocating global staff, or tapping into the international talent pool to fill critical vacancies, we’ll make the process seamless — and fully compliant.
Germany’s General Employment Permit is designed for skilled workers with vocational training or non-academic qualifications who have a concrete job offer in Germany. It's a solid choice for professionals in sectors like logistics, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and technical trades — particularly when local candidates are hard to find.
To qualify, candidates need recognized training, relevant experience, and a job aligned with their qualifications. Recruitroo manages the end-to-end process — from assessing the role’s compliance with federal employment standards to navigating foreign credential recognition (Anerkennung) and coordinating with the employer and the Foreigners’ Office (Ausländerbehörde).
The EU Blue Card is Germany’s most attractive permit for university-educated professionals in high-demand industries. It provides long-term residence, fast-track access to permanent residency, and full family reunification rights — making it a top choice for companies hiring engineers, IT experts, doctors, and other degree-based roles.
Candidates need a relevant degree, a job offer with a minimum salary (approx. €58,400 or €45,550 in shortage sectors), and a valid employment contract. Recruitroo ensures every detail is aligned — from verifying qualification equivalency to structuring the job offer correctly and navigating residence card issuance post-arrival.
Germany’s Accelerated Skilled Worker Procedure is a fast-track hiring pathway for employers looking to reduce delays in hiring international candidates. Instead of waiting for federal processing through embassies, this procedure allows employers to initiate the permit process locally through their Foreigners' Office — cutting the overall timeline significantly.
Recruitroo takes the lead in launching this process on your behalf: we prepare all forms in German, coordinate recognition of qualifications (IHK or other bodies), and work closely with local authorities to secure pre-approval. It’s the fastest and most reliable way to bring in hard-to-find talent — especially for urgent hires.
Germany’s Job Seeker Visa allows qualified professionals to enter the country for up to six months to look for work. While no job offer is needed upfront, candidates must hold a recognized qualification and show financial means to support themselves during their stay. Once a job is secured, they can apply for a residence permit without leaving the country.
Recruitroo helps candidates understand eligibility, prepares the full application (including proof of funds, health insurance, and qualification recognition), and provides job-seeking support through the visa period. We also assist in converting the visa into a residence permit once a job is landed.
Germany places strong value on family unity, and spouses and dependent children of foreign workers are eligible to join them through the family reunification process. For Blue Card and General Employment holders, the process is streamlined, and spouses often don’t need German language proficiency to receive residency rights and work access.
We guide families through this process, assisting with documentation (marriage/birth certificates, proof of residence, income), appointment scheduling, and full visa support. Once in Germany, we help with local registration, healthcare, and integration planning.
The Settlement Permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis) gives non-EU workers the right to live and work in Germany indefinitely. While the standard path requires five years of legal residence, EU Blue Card holders may be eligible in as little as 21–33 months, especially with B1 German proficiency.
Recruitroo supports applicants with eligibility assessments, document collation (including pension records, integration proof, and income checks), and appointment scheduling with the Foreigners' Office. We also help with family transitions to permanent residency, so everyone stays together long-term.
We make hiring easy, so you can focus on growing your business. We handle every step of the process to bring skilled international candidates to Ireland, from work permit approval to visa applications and final placements.
We identify top talent globally through our extensive network and specialized recruitment channels. Our team conducts thorough market research to locate the best candidates with the specific skills and experience your business needs.
We have a suite of tools to discover and assess your ideal candidate. Start by viewing their media rich profiles to get a sense of their skills and personality and invite them to a pre-recorded interview/technical assessment.
We coordinate and facilitate all interviews between you and pre-screened candidates, managing scheduling across time zones and providing technical support for remote interviews to ensure a seamless experience for both parties.
Once you've selected your ideal candidate, we handle all offer negotiations and contract preparation, ensuring compliance with Irish employment law while securing terms that satisfy both employer and employee expectations.
Our experienced team manages the complex work permit application process, preparing all required documentation and liaising with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment to secure the necessary authorizations.
We schedule and prepare candidates for their embassy appointments, providing guidance on documentation requirements and interview preparation to maximize the chances of successful visa approval.
We coordinate all travel arrangements for your new hire, ensuring smooth transitions and timely arrival, with contingency planning for any potential travel disruptions or delays.
Our team provides comprehensive relocation assistance including accommodation guidance, banking setup, PPS number application, and cultural orientation to help your new employees settle quickly into their new environment.
We maintain regular contact with both you and your new hire during the initial months of employment, addressing any concerns promptly and ensuring a successful integration into your team and Irish life.
Finding the right talent takes time - and we keep you informed at every stage. Our structured timeline ensures transparency, with clear milestones from the moment you share your role to the day your new hire lands in Ireland.
You kick off the process by uploading your job description and outlining the role requirements. The more detail you provide at this stage, the better we can target the right candidates.
We’ll issue your contract and first invoice. Once payment is received, we begin the search process immediately.
To meet Irish/UK labour market requirements, we advertise your role on national job boards. This is a legal requirement that must be fulfilled before submitting employment permits.
Our team actively searches for qualified candidates based on your criteria, reviewing CVs and pre-screening applicants to ensure they meet your needs.
We present you with a shortlist of potential candidates for review. You can assess profiles, request more information, and invite your preferred candidates to interview or get them to complete a pre-recorded technical assessment.
Most interviews take place within a 1-2 week window. We coordinate schedules, ensuring a smooth process for both you and the candidates.
Once you select your ideal candidate, we formalise the offer and issue contracts via the Recruitroo platform, collecting all necessary signatures and documentation.
We manage the entire visa application process, ensuring all documentation is submitted correctly to Irish authorities. Once the permit is secured, we assist with visa applications if required.
With visas secured, we support your new hire in planning their relocation to Ireland. This includes flights, arrival logistics, and pre-arrival advice.
Once in UK/Ireland, we provide ongoing aftercare to help your new employee settle — from setting up a PPS/NI number and opening a bank account, to understanding local tax and residency processes. Our support helps them integrate smoothly into life in their new home and into your organisation.
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