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Qualifications must be recognized in Germany or be comparable to those from a German higher education institution.
A concrete job offer from a company in Germany.
If you are over 45 and coming to Germany for employment for the first time, the gross annual salary for the position in question must be at least EUR 46,530 (in 2022). Alternatively, proof of adequate old-age pension provisions can be provided.
Approval of the Federal Employment Agency (BA) is required.
It must be demonstrated that no preferential workers (nationals of EU member states or the EEA States) are available for the job.
The conditions of employment must be comparable with those of domestic employees.

" } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the minimum salary for red-white-red card in Austria?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "To apply for the Red-White-Red Card, applicants must have a fixed and regular income to cover their living costs. Here's the required monthly income as of January 2023:

For singles: € 1,110.26
For couples: € 1,751.56
An additional € 171.31 for each child

Applicants must also have health insurance which provides benefits in Austria, and provide proof of accommodation or housing." } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the salary requirement for skilled worker visa in the Netherlands?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Besides, the highly skilled migrant needs to meet the following salary criteria (the year 2023):

Highly skilled migrants 30 years or older: €5.008 gross per month
Highly skilled migrants younger than 30 years: €3,672 gross per month
Reduced salary criterion: €2,631 gross per month
Blue Card: € 5,867 gross per month.

" } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the benefits if your company becomes a sponsor?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "

The IND handles the applications more quickly - usually, the decision process takes around two weeks.
As the employer, you need to provide fewer supporting documents with the application. Your declaration that your new employee meets the conditions is usually sufficient.
You can submit online applications in the Business Portal.

The process of becoming a sponsor might take from 30 to 90 days. Once you receive the positive sponsorship confirmation, you can start hiring internationally. You don't need to become a sponsor if your employee applies for the Blue Card." } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What is a highly qualified professional in Spain?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This visa grants residence and work authorization to the following groups:

Management or highly qualified staff of large businesses, corporate groups, or SMEs in strategic sectors.
Management of highly qualified staff of business projects in the general interest.
Graduates, postgrad.

" } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does it take to get a highly qualified professional visa in Spain?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "One of the main benefits of this work permit is the streamlined processing. The visa decisions are made and notified within ten working days. The residence permit decisions are generally completed within 20 days." } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "Who is eligible for skilled work visa in the UK?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Your employee needs to meet the following criteria to be eligible for the skilled worker visa:

Have a 'certificate of sponsorship' from you, the employer, with information about the role offered in the UK.
Have a job that's on the list of eligible occupations.
Be paid a minimum salary, which can vary depending on the occupation.
Prove knowledge of the English language when applying.

Different fees are usually charged when applying for a skilled worker visa, including the Certificate of Sponsorship fee, the immigration skills charge, the visa application fee, and the healthcare surcharge." } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the requirements for work permit in Ireland?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "To apply for a Critical Skills Employment Permit or support your employee with the permit, you need to check the following criteria:

The employee must have the relevant qualifications, skills, and experience required for the job.
An annual salary of at least €32,000 a year in an occupation that is on the Critical Skills Occupation List.
A yearly wage of €64,000 year in a domain that is not on the list of ineligible occupations.
The job offer must be valid for two years or more.

You cannot get a work permit for a company where more than 50% are non-EEA nationals. However, this requirement can be waived if your company is a start-up supported by Enterprise Ireland." } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What is a highly qualified activity in Portugal?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Portuguese government defines highly-qualified work as: \"That whose exercise requires specialized technical skills of an exceptional nature or an adequate qualification for the respective exercise.\" For example:

Information and communication technology Professionals
Management positions such as Directors and Chiefs
Scientific researchers, professors, and PhD students in Portugal
Science, Engineering, and Health professionals
Legal, Social, and Cultural Professionals with expertise

" } },{ "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the benefits of a highly qualified activity visa in Portugal?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Portugal HQA visa enables holders to live in Portugal with the same fundamental rights as Portuguese citizens and access to the country's public health system and other social services. Additional benefits include the ability to:

Apply for a residence permit valid for one year and then renew every two years.
Move freely through the countries that comprise the European Union and Schengen area.
Apply for an EU Blue Card after complying with its requirements.
Bring family members.
Apply for Portuguese citizenship after legally living in the country for more than five years.
To apply for the Portugal HQA visa, applicants must have a work contract or job offer with a salary of at least 1.5 times the average national gross annual salary.

" } }] }

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