Indian IT professionals can now enjoy Germany’s one of the best offers in terms of immigration. A new program called “Hand in Hand for International Talents” will now help Indians to move to Germany to work in the Information Technology sector. The pilot project will help IT, professionals, from Vietnam, Brazil, and India to settle in Germany.
Free german language course, help in finding a job in Germany, guidance in the qualification recognition procedure, help in residence and social life, and much more will be offered through this pilot program to the successfully accepted candidates.
What is the “Hand in Hand for International Talents” project?
This is the scheme made for skilled professionals from India holding a recognizable degree. If your degree is related to the electronic technician, then this is a golden chance for you to work and live in Germany permanently.
This scheme’s joint pilot project was made by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs in cooperation with the Federal Employment Agency and DIHK Service GmbH.
In order to implement this scheme in India and to make Indians aware of it, IGCC collaborates with the Federal Employment Agency. They make the foundations for the awareness of this scheme in India.
Key points
For a thorough understanding of this pilot program, you will have to know about these points:
- This scheme is made by the German Federal government. The funds related to this scheme are in hands of the German government;
- This will ensure you with long-term living and working in Germany;
- This scheme has a partnership with Federal Employment Agency which will make your career secure;
- If you will be a newbie in Germany, there will be a person specified for your guidance. If you will have any issues, you can get in touch with him/her anytime;
- This is a straightforward scheme. You will get all the information about the project. For example, the application fee, a procedure to apply, and what will happen after your arrival in Germany. There is no such thing hidden that will make you doubtful.
Benefits of Hand in Hand for International Talents
As a candidate for this project, you can enjoy many benefits which in general are:
- You will be given the free language (level B1) training in India;
- The qualification/degree recognition procedure will be made free and easy for you by the IGCC Prerecognition system;
- Proper guidance in the qualification recognition procedure;
- Long-term job in Germany backed by Federal Employment Agency;
- If there will be any extra degree/qualification required, you will be given free training for it. The basic purpose for it will be to fulfill the criteria of the scheme thoroughly;
- Proper guidance for residence application;
- Support for all the processes related to bureaucracy;
- Guidance to make your social life easy as a newbie in Germany.
What are the criteria for applying for this scheme?
There is an outline of the criteria for being considered for this scheme. You will be eligible under these conditions:
- Residence – This is an obligatory condition. The residence of the applicant must be in India (the applicant must be from India).
- Qualification – You must hold a considerable degree in Computers, IT, or Engineering like:
- Diploma in Software Development
- Diploma in Computer Science
- Diploma in Information Technology Networking and clouds
- Diploma in Computer Engineering
- Diploma in Computer Technology
- Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Information and Communication Technology System Maintenance (ATS)
- Information and Communication Technology System Maintenance (CTS)
- Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering
- Experience – There is required at least 2 years of experience in your field. For example, as a software engineer or web developer.
- Incentive – You must have a strong reason why you want to work and live in Germany. Your reasoning must show your motivation and a clear vision of the career that you want to make in Germany.
- German Language – You must have a strong motivation to learn about German in the less possible duration to increase the chances for selection.
- Fluency in English – You must have a strong grip over the English language.
Application Procedure for this scheme in India
The basic information of the preparation phase of this project in India is:
- You will have to submit a professional application and CV;
- Your selection will be based on your application and CV;
- There will be an online meeting after the selection;
- You will be given training for a better understanding of the German language (level B1);
- An interview with the employer will be organized in your related field of profession;
- Lastly, you will have to apply for a visa.
Further process for this scheme in Germany
If you successfully arrive in Germany via this scheme, there will be some tasks waiting for you in Germany. These are:
- You will be given the training for the German language again. Now your level will be increased up to CEFR B2;
- If needed, you will have to complete your qualification. For example, if your qualification was accepted for the short-term, you will have to make it complete. This will help you to maintain the criteria of your professional qualification for the long term;
- Start employment and make yourself earnable.
How much does this all cost you?
If you participate in this scheme, you will have to pay the charges for certain tasks. Further, other charges will be covered by the scheme. Here is the detail:
| Charges you pay | Charges born by Germany |
| A ticket for air travel | Language courses (Level B1 and B2) |
| Health insurance | Language certificates |
| Your living expenses during the language course in India | Verification of your qualification (plus any extra training or qualification required) |
| Visa and Residence permit |
If you cannot make it through this scheme, you can still apply for a work visa in Germany in IT streams. For more information, read it here all.