Nursing and heathcare are particularly affected by skilled labor shortage
Thu, 6 Jun 2024
Source: dw.com
Germany has introduced the Opportunity Card to attract skilled workers from non-EU countries, allowing job seekers to enter without an employment contract and granting one year to find a job.
Applicants need two years of vocational training or a university degree, along with basic German or English skills.
The initiative aims to address Germany's labor shortage, particularly in nursing and IT.
Despite these efforts, some experts remain skeptical, citing limitations compared to countries like Canada, which offer permanent residence permits through similar programs.
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Source: dw.com