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Residence permit (§18d Residence Act) for non-EU researchers with a hosting agreement from a BAMF-approved German research institution. Where conditions are met, the permit is a legal entitlement, and an 18-month post-research job-search period follows.
Researchers and doctoral-level academics with a hosting agreement from an approved German research organisation.
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The EU Blue Card is Germany's premium route for highly qualified non-EU workers with a university degree and a qualifying job offer that meets a salary threshold. It offers the fastest path to a settlement permit — as early as 21 months with B1 German.
It's a residence permit for non-EU researchers with a hosting agreement from a BAMF-approved German research institution. Where conditions are met, the permit is a legal entitlement, and an 18-month post-research job-search period follows.
The ICT Card is for managers, specialists and trainees transferred within a company from a non-EU entity to a German branch, valid up to three years (one year for trainees), with EU mobility.
The Skilled Worker Visa is the core employment route under Germany's Skilled Immigration Act, for non-EU professionals with a recognised qualification and a concrete job offer. It comes in an academic track (degree holders) and a vocational track (recognised vocational training).
Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, always confirm details with the official source.