Germany’s skilled labour force shortage has reached its highest level on record, according to figures released by the German Federal Employment Agency.

People with a recognised university degree account for only 51 percent of Germany’s working-age population – the lowest level since records began in 1991.

Germany’s skilled labour force shortage is at its highest level on record

Germany, Europe’s economic powerhouse and a leading destination for immigrants, needs at least 400,000 new workers from abroad over the next five years to stop its population from shrinking.

The future of Germany as an economic power depends on its ability to attract skilled workers from elsewhere in the European Union and beyond. The government estimates that by 2020 it will need an extra 200,000 people with college degrees and about 300,000 additional less-skilled workers to keep the economy running smoothly.

The shortage of skilled workers has been felt for years

Germany’s skilled labour force shortage has reached its highest level on record, according to figures released by the German Federal Employment Agency.

People with a recognised university degree account for only 51 percent of Germany’s working-age population – the lowest level since records began in 1991.

Requirements of German Skilled Immigration

• An employment contract from a German legal Employer.
• Must have taken vocational training program for a minimum of two years equivalent to a German qualification.
• IT professionals benefit from special regulations due to the acute shortage. If an IT professional has a minimum of five years of on-the-job experience, they can move to Germany without any qualifications
• Another provision for jobseekers without a job offer. If you have professional training and experience, you can move to Germany for a minimum of six months for the sole purpose of the job hunt.
• The relevant German body must assess your qualifications
• Prove minimum of (level B1) in good German language skills
• Provide evidence of funds to support expenses during the stay.
• During the stay, you work for a maximum of 10 hours a week on probation or an internship.
• The applicants older than 45 years must prove they will earn a minimum of 3,685 euros per month in their new German job, or they can demonstrate sufficient funds or a pension to support themselves

Conclusion

With an ageing population and a rising number of young people not finding jobs, Germany’s skilled labour force shortage has reached its highest level on record. This is taking place at the same time as an increasing number of workers are retiring and a growing number of companies are struggling to find suitable employees. Contact us today if you are interested to immigrate and our consultants can guide you.