After graduating in Germany, do I need to find a company willing to sponsor my visa, and is there a particular time frame to get a job?
Yes, after graduating in Germany, you must find a job related to your degree with an employer willing to support your work visa or EU Blue Card application.
You have an 18-month Job Seeker Residence Permit after graduation to stay in Germany and search for a suitable job. During this period, you can work in any job to support yourself, but you need to secure a relevant position within these 18 months to transition to a work visa.
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Yes, after graduating in Germany, you must find a job related to your degree with an employer willing to support your work visa or EU Blue Card application.
You have an 18-month Job Seeker Residence Permit after graduation to stay in Germany and search for a suitable job. During this period, you can work in any job to support yourself, but you need to secure a relevant position within these 18 months to transition to a work visa.
Leap can assist you with the visa transition process.
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