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Germany Introduces New Skilled Worker Visa Rules for Easier Access to Residence Permits

Germany Introduces New Skilled Worker Visa Rules for Easier Access to Residence Permits

Germany residence permits are usually issued for one year and can be extended to up to three years.

Germany has introduced new employment and recognition rules for the benefit of employment of skilled workers in the country. Germany essentially, is reshaping the job sector by implementing the new provisions of The Skilled Immigration Act.

Germany Working to Fast-Track Student Visa for Nigerians — says German Envoy

Germany Working to Fast-Track Student Visa for Nigerians — says German Envoy

The German Ambassador to Nigeria, Mrs Annett Gunther, says her country is working to improve the visa issuance process for Nigerians seeking to study in Germany.

Gunther, who said her country is not against Nigerians coming, said already there are no less than 4,000 Nigerians schooling and working in Germany.

Gunther made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Abuja.

Germany To Allow International Students Work For 9 Months Prior To Studies

Germany has introduced a new regulation to allow international students with student visas to work 9 months prior to their studies. The country recently announced this second segment of its revamped skilled worker law, following the initial enactment in November 2023. The government aims to attract skilled workers from various industries and is doing so through its international student visa route by relaxing regulations.