CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR NURSES IN GERMANY
Step into an International Career in Healthcare in Germany
In Germany, nurses are offered career opportunities in renowned hospitals and university clinics. Whether you are a surgical nurse, an experienced nurse, or a recent graduate, we will support you throughout your career.
Requirements for applicants in Germany:
➤ Bachelor’s degree in nursing; nursing graduates without work experience can also participate in our free program.
➤ A2/B1 level German language proficiency is required for the interview.
Employment of Nursing and Care Professionals in Germany
➢ By 2035, Germany is expected to face a shortage of over 500,000 nursing and care professionals
➢ Average life expectancy: 81.7 years → increasing demand for qualified nursing staff
➢ Germany actively promotes the recruitment and integration of nursing and care professionals from abroad to meet the growing healthcare needs.
ADVANTAGES FOR CANDIDATES
➢ Free recruitment process
➢ Stable employment in top German clinics
➢ Attractive salary: €2,200–3,700 net per month
➢ Comprehensive social benefits: health insurance, residence permit, and a path to German citizenship
➢ Opportunities for career growth and continuous professional development
➢ Family reunification options available
➢ First category of candidates
Essential Requirements
− Nursing degree recognized in the country of issue
− More than 5 years of work experience
− German language skills – B2 level (certificate required)
Employment Requirements
− Qualification examination
− Specialized language test in professional German
Advantages
● Opportunity to work as a fully qualified nursing and care professional after passing the exams
Challenges
● Limited number of candidates
● Lengthy application process due to qualification exam and specialized language test
➢ Second category of candidates
Essential requirements for candidates
− age 18 or older
− Nursing diploma recognised in the country of issue
− German language skills – A2 level at the time of the first interview, with commitment to complete an intensive German course up to B1 before moving to Germany (certificate required)
Employment Requirements
− One year of training at an accredited nursing school in Germany
Advantages
● Faster search for a potential employer
● Quicker registration/relocation process compared to Category 1
● German nursing diploma obtained one year after relocation
Challenges
● Qualifications are only recognized after completing the training
➢ Documents for Initial Selection
Language certificate confirming at least German A2 level
CV, include a brief description of work experience, if any
Specify functional duties performed in the nursing position
Diploma: From a medical institution diploma supplement listing all subjects and practical training completed, with the number of hours
➢ Initial Selection and Document Preparation
● Informing and selecting candidates
● Online consultation
● Verification of submitted documents
➢ Employer Selection and Contract Signing
● Signing of the contract the candidate
● Preparation of CV and cover letter
● Employer selection → interview → contract with employer
➢ Preparation for Moving to Germany
● Preparing documents and applying for a visa
● Intensive German language course with B1 certificate
● Coordination of relocation logistics
RELOCATION AND INTEGRATION IN GERMANY
➢ Relocation process: flight → airport pick-up → transfer and check-in
➢ One-year training at an accredited German nursing school:
● Theory
● Clinical practice
● German language studies up to B2 level
➢ During training: work as a nursing assistant with income of approx. €2,000 net
➢ German professional license awarded upon completion of the one-year program
➢ Full-time employment in a clinic with a nursing salary of €2,200–3,700 net
(depending on experience and position)
