03 — PATHWAYS TO GERMANY
INTERACTIVE SELECTORWhich pathway fits you?
Compare the three main legal pathways. Requirements, salary and timeline update with your choice.
Ausbildung — Vocational training
Dual vocational training in Germany: theory at Berufsschule and practice with an employer, with a monthly salary under contract.
Duration: 2–3.5 years with monthly pay
Requirement: B1–B2 German + secondary school
Age guideline: 18–35, depending on field
Salary: €1,000–1,400 during training
SPECIFICATION
DURATION2–3.5 years
LANGUAGEB1 minimum
TRAINING PAY€1,000–1,400
PAY AFTER€2,800–3,800
STATUS● APPLICATIONS OPEN
Based on official sources2026