Germany Expands Skilled Worker Immigration Act to Address Labor Shortage

The German Federal Council has greenlit amendments to the Skilled Worker Immigration Act, aimed at tackling the country's skilled labor deficit. Approved changes, effective from November 18, 2023, focus on easing access for third-country nationals with relevant skills. 

Alterations to the EU Blue Card include reduced employment contract durations and salary thresholds. The covered occupations have broadened, encompassing IT specialists without degrees and executives in various sectors. 

Blue Card holders from any EU country now enjoy streamlined business activities without an additional work permit. Notably, notification requirements for employer changes within the first 12 months have been introduced. 

Further amendments are slated for March 2024.

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