One-stop agency to streamline skilled worker immigration launching in March
The German government is establishing a digital one-stop agency to streamline skilled worker immigration. Pay attention if you're preparing for employment in Germany!
The Work and Stay Agency is a new immigration support agency that the German government will launch from 2026. It connects visa offices, the Federal Employment Agency, and immigration offices to streamline the settlement process for skilled workers from outside the EU.
"With the digital Work and Stay Agency, we are breaking down the bureaucratic barriers that have previously made it difficult to access the German labour market." - Labour Minister Bärbel Bas
The Work and Stay Agency acts as a 'One-Stop-Government', providing clear and quick information to skilled workers.
All procedures from visa application to residence permit can be processed in one place.
You can check application status online and submit required documents.
Simplifies complex existing procedures to significantly reduce processing time.
Government departments will announce specific plans and schedules for the Work and Stay Agency.
Step-by-step implementation will begin. Initially, some features will be provided and gradually expanded.
All features will be fully integrated to provide perfect one-stop service to skilled workers.
All procedures can be processed in one place without visiting multiple agencies.
Receive clear and accurate information about complex immigration procedures.
Start your new life in Germany quickly with streamlined procedures.
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The Work and Stay Agency is particularly useful for:
Germany faces a serious labour shortage. The retirement of the baby boomer generation is creating a large gap in the social security system, and the government is actively encouraging skilled worker immigration to address this.
The Work and Stay Agency is a key government strategy to solve this labour shortage and make Germany a more attractive immigration destination.
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