the collaboration of Sparkasse and Wilde Relocation

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Today we would like to introduce you to Sparkasse as one of our wonderful partners. We have invited Ricardo Braun for a short interview about our collaboration:

How long have you been working with Wilde Relocation and how did this collaboration come about? The collaboration with Wilde Relocation came about at the beginning of 2021 on the recommendation of another relocater.

What services do you offer that help our clients with their relocation process? We offer new workers in Germany a simplified and faster way to open an account. In addition, we are available to these customers as personal customer advisors for all financial questions - even after the account has been opened! We also offer to be on site at the companies when it comes to group account openings. No other bank offers this in this form!

Do you have any useful tips or advice for people who are planning a move or relocating? Since a certificate of registration is mandatory for opening an account, but usually takes the longest, this should be taken care of first.

How has the partnership with Wilde Relocation affected your own business? WildeRelocation is one of our partners that makes relocation as easy as possible for foreign workers. Thanks to you, we have been able to further expand our business in this area and extend our reach beyond the city of Berlin.

What do you value most about our collaboration? Having worked together for a long time now, we have been able to harmonise our procedures in such a way that smooth and efficient cooperation is possible, which benefits the customer above all.

Thank you Ricardo for your answers and a special thanks for the praise you have given us. We can only return it. We are very happy to have you as our partner.

Successful Gathering at Our Office: Insights on Homesearch and Rental Law!

An inspiring and enlightening meeting took place at our office this week! Our consultants gathered to discuss Homesearch and Rental Law, and we were honored to have Johanna Höpken, a renowned rental law attorney, as our guest expert.

Johanna briefed us on the latest developments in rental law and addressed all the burning questions from our consultants. Her expertise is invaluable to our work, and we're grateful for the valuable insights she shared with us.

After an informative exchange, we enjoyed a delightful buffet and a relaxed evening full of networking. It wasn't just educational but also a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our team and exchange ideas.

A big thank you to Johanna Höpken for her expertise and to our fantastic team for a successful evening!

The new EU Blue Card from November 2023

A work visa for Germany allows third-country nationals to work and reside in Germany. The exact requirements and procedures may vary depending on the nationality and purpose of stay. However, here is some important information about work visas for Germany:

Work offer/contract: In most cases, you must first find a job in Germany before you can apply for a work visa. The potential employer must issue a written confirmation of employment or an offer of employment. Visa Types: Depending on how long you want to work in Germany, there are different types of work visas. These include the short-term work visa, the long-term work visa and the visa for blue card holders (for highly skilled professionals). Application Procedure: The application for a work visa must be submitted to the German embassy or consulate in your home country. Certain documents are usually required for the application, e.g. confirmation of the employment contract, passport, financial proof and, if applicable, proof of qualifications. Health insurance: In most cases, travel health insurance must be purchased. Language skills: In some cases, proof of German language skills may be required, especially if your job requires communication with German colleagues or clients. Processing Time: The processing time for work visa applications can vary, so it is advisable to submit your application as early as possible. It is recommended to apply 4–6 months before you plan to start working. Validity: Recently, D visas are no longer issued for 6 months, but for 12 months. The long-term work-residence permit must be applied for at the immigration office of the respective place of residence in Germany before the visa expires. It is important to note that the exact requirements and conditions for work visas in Germany can be complex. It is therefore advisable to contact the German embassy or consulate in your home country well in advance and seek professional advice to ensure that you complete all the necessary steps correctly.

See detailed information regarding german Visa here. The following changes will apply from November 2023: German lawmakers have passed amendments to the Residence Act to make EU Blue Card immigration opportunities available to a wider range of people.

1. Blue card for young professionals: foreign academics who have obtained a university degree within the last three years can obtain an EU Blue Card if they reach the minimum salary for Blue Cards with their job in Germany. This applies to both shortage and regular professions.

2. Blue card also for IT specialists: IT specialists will also be able to obtain an EU Blue Card if they do not have a university degree but can prove that they have at least three years of comparable professional experience.
   

3. Expansion of the list of shortage professions: The list of shortage professions for the EU Blue Card will be significantly expanded. In addition to the existing bottleneck occupations (mathematics, information technology, natural sciences, technology and human medicine), skilled workers from other occupational groups will also be able to obtain an EU Blue Card in the future if certain requirements are met

4. Short-term and long-term mobility: short-term and long-term mobility to Germany is possible for holders of an EU Blue Card issued by another EU member state.

5. Facilitated family reunification with persons holding an EU Blue Card

6. Entitlement to a residence permit for skilled workers and waiver of the link between qualification and employment.

Detailed information can be found on make-it-in-germany.com