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Germany
Physiotherapist Visa Route
Skilled Worker Visa
Germany recognises physiotherapy as a shortage occupation; credential recognition is essential before starting work.
Moderate
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Minimum Salary
€38,000
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Processing Time
4–12 weeks
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Path to PR
~4 years
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Job Offer
Required
Language requirement:
B2 German (required for patient communication)
Eligibility requirements
- 1Physiotherapy degree equivalent to German 3-year Physiotherapeut standard
- 2Credential recognition by the relevant state authority
- 3B2 German for patient-facing clinical work
- 4Job offer from a physiotherapy clinic, hospital or rehabilitation centre
- 5Proof of health insurance
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- Physiotherapy degree and transcripts (certified German translations)
- State credential recognition decision
- German language certificate B2
- Employment contract
- Proof of health insurance
Step-by-step process
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Apply for credential recognition via the IQ Network Germany or state health authority
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Achieve German B2
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Apply for physiotherapy roles via job portals or employment agencies
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Apply for Skilled Worker Visa
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Travel to Germany, register, start work
Official source
Always verify requirements directly with the official Germany immigration authority.
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