Accelerated Procedure for Skilled Workers

Entrepreneurs, in particular, are familiar with the problem: German authorities often work slowly and bureaucratically. To achieve goals quickly and effectively here, it is important to know the right steps and to execute them well-prepared. The accelerated skilled worker procedure under Section 81a of the Residence Act offers the opportunity to handle the necessary administrative procedures in “Business Migration” within a short period.

Especially for companies, the option to apply for an entry visa for an employee, for example, one with qualified foreign training, using their power of attorney, should be appealing. With experienced support, the recruitment of skilled workers can be professionalized, and administrative effort can be streamlined.

Centralization of the Procedure
Regularly, central offices responsible throughout the federal state are in charge of submitting applications, such as the “Central Office for Skilled Immigration” in North Rhine-Westphalia, or the “Central Office for the Immigration of Skilled Workers” in Bavaria. Upon application, an “agreement” is concluded between the company and the immigration authority, which regulates the further course of the procedure. A large number of documents must be submitted for this, which need to be carefully prepared. This places extensive obligations on the employer and its management.

Processing within Short Deadlines
Within legally defined deadlines, several steps must then be completed: among others, consultation and examination of certificates and (specific) job offers, equivalence assessment by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK or IHK FOSA) or the Chamber of Crafts (HWK), approval by the Federal Employment Agency, and finally the “pre-approval” by the immigration authority. With this, the required visa – also through a special procedure – can then be applied for. Due to the multitude of procedural steps and the options for structuring one's own application, legal advice on this form of business migration is advisable.

We would be pleased to advise your company in a personal meeting, by phone, or via an online call – please contact us!

• We advise you on the requirements of the accelerated skilled worker procedure.
• We transparently highlight potential risks.
• We explore alternatives and present available options.
• We review your applicant pool, identify potential issues, and assist in making necessary adjustments.
• We assist your applicants with the recognition of their qualifications, licenses, and certificates.
• We guide you through the application process for visas and residence permits.
• We provide advice on the subsequent opportunities for employee recruitment, further training, and long-term employment.

Procedure and Scope of Representation

• Initial Consultation with a Detailed Discussion of Your Specific Needs
• Discussion of the prospects of success, including, if necessary, an examination of alternative application options, potentially as an in-depth expert opinion.
• Review of job profiles, postings, and the applicant pool – depending on the stage of the process.
• Assistance with the Recognition and Application Process, Communication with Immigration Authorities
• Flexible Adjustment of Motions During the Review Process
• Regular communication with the relevant authorities to expedite the issuance of official documents.

Goals and Prospects of Success

• Detailed Preparation of Application Submission
• Avoiding unnecessary waiting times
• Prompt receipt of visas and residence permits

Costs and Fees

• The cost for an initial consultation for entrepreneurs is capped at EUR 290.00 plus VAT. During the discussion, any potential further fees for additional services will be outlined and clarified.
• Typically, fee agreements are made for each stage of the proceedings, particularly in cases where the scope, complexity, and critical importance to the client necessitate more extensive legal work.
• Often, preparation involves extensive expert reports with transparently explained fees