Why seek asylum? Germany provides easier way through legal work visa options!
Germany, with its economic opportunities and high standard of living, is a dream destination for many. However, there are significant differences in the ways one can immigrate to Germany, and the asylum process is undoubtedly the most challenging. Especially with the new government’s border controls and tightened asylum policies in 2025, coming to Germany via asylum has become almost impossible. Therefore, for those seeking a future in Germany, the most logical and sustainable path is to come through a work visa. This article is written to discourage people who have no valid reasons for asylum but hope to obtain a residence permit through this route, urging them instead to consider coming to Germany legally with a work visa.
The Difficulties of the Asylum Process and Low Acceptance Rates
Applying for asylum in Germany is a long, arduous, and uncertain process. For your application to be accepted, you must present concrete and convincing evidence that your life or freedom is threatened in your home country. With the new government’s stricter asylum policies and increased border controls, the evaluation of such evidence has become even more rigorous, and the acceptance rates for asylum applications have significantly decreased.
Asylum seekers often have to stay in refugee camps during the process, and it is very difficult for them to obtain a work permit during this period. Their social integration is limited, and it takes time for them to adapt to society. Furthermore, if your application is rejected, there’s a high probability of being deported and receiving a Schengen ban for several years. This situation has a deeply debilitating psychological effect. Germany’s current legal framework and government policies are very strict against those who abuse the asylum system.
Many people, despite having no valid reason for asylum, are misled by false information, hoping to ‘get a residence permit in Germany.’ In this process, they pay large sums to human traffickers and endanger their lives. Ultimately, their asylum applications are rejected, they receive a Schengen ban, and they are sent back to their home countries. Unfortunately, such methods are resorted to when it’s possible to come to Germany legally as a skilled worker under the new Immigration Act.
Easier Work Visas with the New Skilled Immigration Act
Germany has implemented the new Skilled Immigration Act to address its shortage of skilled labor. This law has significantly eased the process for qualified individuals to immigrate to Germany and obtain a work visa. The fastest and easiest way to come to Germany is by obtaining a work visa under this new law. The German economy needs skilled labor in many sectors, offering great opportunities, especially for individuals in certain professional groups.
What Criteria Are Required to Obtain a Work Visa?
Education or Qualification Requirement: You must possess any of the following documents or qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Associate’s degree
- Vocational school diploma
- C1, C, D1, D, C1E, CE, D1E, DE, or E driver’s license
Qualified Job Contract Requirement: In addition to their education or qualifications, individuals wishing to come to Germany must have a qualified job contract in Germany that is suitable for their education or qualifications. The salary in this job contract must also meet the minimum salary determined by the Employment Agency (Agentur für Arbeit).
Age 45+ Salary Factor: For applicants over 45 years of age, Germany may impose additional requirements for the sustainability of its pension system. Individuals in this age group may need to have a salary above a certain minimum level (€4427.50 gross). However, this condition can be relaxed by declaring different sources of income, such as pension income or rental income.
How Can People Who Have Already Applied for Asylum in Germany Obtain a Residence Permit Through Work?
For people who applied for asylum before March 29, 2023, and whose asylum process is ongoing with BAMF, a court, or a higher court, the new Skilled Immigration Act offers facilitations. Provided they meet certain criteria, these individuals have the chance to obtain a residence permit through work without having to return to their home countries. For people who applied for asylum after March 29, 2023, it is possible, if they meet certain criteria, for them to voluntarily return without forced deportation and then come back to Germany with a work visa under the skilled immigration law.
Why Should You Seek Professional Consultation?
- The process is complex and needs to proceed without errors.
- Job search, document preparation, and application processes should be managed by a professional team.
- Recognition of qualifications must be obtained quickly, and official procedures must be followed correctly.
- Expert support is essential to minimize the risk of visa rejection.
