Before entering Germany, you must apply for a national visa in your home country.
If necessary, the representation of the Federal Republic of Germany will involve the competent immigration authority.
In the visa procedure, you must provide information about your job in Germany.
This enables the authority to check whether the Federal Employment Agency has to approve your employment.
After entering Germany, you must apply for the residence title in writing to the foreigners authority before your visa expires.
Notice: The Foreigners' Registration Office will obtain the approval of the Federal Employment Agency if this is required.
Note that you must apply for an extension before your residence permit expires.
You will receive the residence title in the form of a cheque card with additional electronic functions.
You can find more information on this under"Apply for an electronic residence title (eAT)".