A new beginning is exciting. Even more so in a foreign country. Germany has plenty to offer — and anyone who is new here will not only be amazed by the autobahns with no speed limit and our love of bread, but also by the high quality of life and a special welcoming culture.
Yet the eleven cities and 23 districts in the metropolitan region also boast impressive diversity and are always worth a visit or even a move. To make sure that you feel at home here from the outset, this page contains essential information and contacts so that you can get your career off to a successful start in the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region. Here you will find information on visas and registration. When looking for a job, it can be advantageous for you to have your university or professional qualification recognized in Germany.
An official document makes it easier for your potential employer to assess your skills. The recognition of foreign qualifications is voluntary in some professions, while in others it is mandatory. If you want to work as a doctor, engineer, nurse, or master craftsman in Germany, for example, you must have your qualification recognized. If you learn German, life in the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region will be easier and more enjoyable for you from the outset.
The so-called integration courses are intended for anyone who moves to our region from abroad. They offer you and your family the opportunity to quickly reach a proficient language level. The integration courses will also give you useful details about everyday life in Germany — about German culture, history, and politics. The courses usually include hours of language lessons and an orientation course that lasts 60 hours.
The Nuremberg Metropolitan Region is home to international corporations and companies where English is largely spoken. However, it is still considered helpful to acquire German language skills if you wish to pursue a successful professional career.
