Job Seeker Visa. 3 destinations.
Three countries let you arrive on a job-seeker visa, look for work on the ground, and switch to a residence permit when an offer lands. Germany's 12-month Chancenkarte is the most flexible; Sweden and Austria each have their own scheme.
Sweden
Residence permit for the purpose of looking for work or starting a business
9-month onshore job search. Designed for graduates with advanced qualifications. Switch to a work permit when the offer lands.
- Processing
- 3 months
- Govt fee
- SEK 2,200
Austria
Job Seeker Visa for Very Highly Qualified Workers
6-month visa to look for skilled work. Points-based eligibility — needs 70 points across qualifications, work experience, language and age.
- Processing
- Up to 3 months
- Govt fee
- €150
Germany
Chancenkarte — 12-month job-search residence permit
Points-based gateway needing 6 points + qualification recognition + German A1 or English B2. Most flexible job-seeker scheme in Europe.
- Processing
- 1–3 months
- Govt fee
- €75 at consulate + €100 for residence permit
A points score or eligibility check is the starting line, not the finish.
Our 45-minute consultation turns the result into a real action plan — which route fits, what to fix in the next 90 days, and the realistic timeline.