Free labour-market access
EU citizens and citizens of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland enjoy freedom of movement for workers.
FOR INTERNATIONAL WORKERS
A fair route starts with clarity.
Interest from all countries is welcome. Whether employment is possible depends on nationality, status, timing and official approval.
B / 02ELIGIBILITY
Which route fits your situation?
Seasonal work up to 90 days
Current placement agreements for agricultural seasonal work exist with Georgia and Moldova.
Students during semester breaks
Students enrolled at a foreign university may qualify for holiday employment with ZAV confirmation.
HOLIDAY EMPLOYMENT
For students from around the world.
Holiday employment is the central legal route for many applicants from our focus countries.
- ✓Enrolled at a university outside Germany
- ✓Work takes place during official semester breaks
- ✓Maximum 90 calendar days within 12 months
- ✓ZAV placement confirmation before work starts
- ✓Complete and truthful evidence
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
Not a job promise. A clear first step.
We review your information and contact you if there is a potentially suitable need and employment route.