How can I work more than 120 days in Germany?
If you take up part-time employment that involves more than 120 days per year, you need a work permit. If you are uncertain or have questions, please contact the Immigration Office or the Federal Employment Agency.
Can my spouse work in Germany while I study?
Spouses/Husbands accompanying foreign students may, under certain conditions, be permitted to work. If you are planning on having your husband or wife accompany you during your studies in Germany and hope they’ll be allowed to work, they must fully disclose their intention to work when applying for the visa.
What happens if a student works more than 20 hours in Germany?
How much money can a student earn in Germany? If students work more than 20 hours a week, they risk breaching annual limits (120 full days and 240 half days). There is also a monthly income limit of €450. Above that point, you will need to pay standard German taxes, while income below €450 is tax-free.
How long can I stay in Germany after Masters?
18 months
What it means is that after you complete your master’s or bachelor’s or your doctorate, you can apply for and get a Residence Permit for 18 months. Please remember, unlike some countries, the permit does not come combined with the Student Visa for Germany.
What is Werkstudent contract?
The Werkstudent contract is available for student trainees who work for an employer and earn more than €450 per hour. There are restrictions associated with this contract though. Students are limited to working a maximum of 20 hours per week.
How much can a part time job pay in Germany?
The classic among the part-time jobs is the minijob. You may earn up to 450 euros per month. With a minimum wage of 9.50 euros per hour (as of Jan. 2021), you have to work a maximum of around eleven hours per week or around 47 hours per month for this amount.
Can I bring my wife to Germany?
To apply for a visa for your spouse to join you, you will generally need to provide your passport and a wedding certificate or proof of a registered or civil partnership. Ask the local German Embassy what other documents need to be submitted.
Can I bring my family in Germany?
German citizens or citizens from non-EU countries who have a Aufenthaltserlaubnis (residence permit) or a Niederlassungserlaubnis (settlement permit) are allowed to bring their relatives to Germany. To enter Germany, the relatives require a visa; to continue to stay, they require a residence permit.
Can I convert my student visa to work visa in Germany?
A study visa cannot be converted to a work visa or job seekers visa! But if one completes a degree in Germany, then they get 18 months to stay to look for a job in their field – without needing any additional visa; this is NOT a job seekers visa.
Can I work in Germany after my masters?
Yes. After you have completed your studies you can stay in Germany while you are looking for a job. Students from non-EU and non-EEA countries who hold a residence permit can apply to have it extended for another 18 months while they search for a job in Germany.
Is it hard to get job in Germany after Masters?
In order to extend your student visa, it is important to provide proof of financial support. This is to prove that you will be able to support yourself until you find suitable employment in Germany. As there are many jobs available, the chances of getting a job after MS in Germany are pretty high.