Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) (Chancenkarte (§ 20a AufenthG))
Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) is a residence route in Germany (Werk). Job-search permit via points (qualification, German/English, age, experience) or recognised qualification; blocked account ~€1,091/month; part-time work 20h/wk allowed.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 14–45%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categorie | Werk |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | CHF 100 |
| Inkomen / jr | — |
| Vermogen | CHF 12'306 |
| Min. verblijf | — |
| PV | — |
| Staatsburgerschap | — |
| Werk | yes |
| Komt in aanmerking | non-EU/EEA nationals with qualifications |
| Belasting | Worldwide 14–45% |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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