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Check qualification recognition before job applications

Identify the procedure for your profession, qualification and residence route.

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Who this affects

Foreign-qualified applicants seeking work in Germany.

What to know

Regulated professions generally require recognition and may need professional authorisation. Requirements for non-regulated professions depend on the case. The source distinguishes vocational recognition, anabin and academic comparability.

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