Germany introduces Opportunity Card to entice non-EU workers

Germany introduces Opportunity Card to entice non-EU workers

A new scheme allowing skilled non-EU workers to come to Germany to seek work has gone into force. Eligibility for the new Opportunity Card is based on language skills, education and job experience, among other factors.

Germany Launches 'Opportunity Card' To Attract Skilled Workers

Germany has, on Saturday, launched its new point-based immigration pathway called Opportunity Card (OC). The card is also known as ‘Chancekarte’ in German language. According to an official statement on the German government website, the OC would allow candidates from countries who are not part of the European Union (EU) to migrate into Germany without a job offer or Family Sponsorship. German Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said on Saturday th…