Those coming from the following non-EU countries do not require a work visa to enter Germany for employment purposes, nor do they need to have a job offer prior to entering Germany:
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Australia
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Israel
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Japan
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Canada
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý South Korea
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý New Zealand
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý United Kingdom
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý United States
They must also register with the local residence registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt) office in Germany if they intend to stay for more than 90 days using a passport or valid ID. Additionally, they must apply for a residence permit upon arrival.
The residence permit is issued for an initial period of up to three years, and extensions are usually granted. Once the individual has completed five years in Germany, they can apply for a permanent settlement permit.
Citizens of other countries must apply for a work visa before entering Germany for employment; they must also apply for a residence permit for work purposes upon arrival in Germany.
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