The Germany IT Visa is a special pathway for information technology professionals: you can work in Germany without a university degree, as long as you can demonstrate practical experience. This is a rare policy that reflects Germany’s very high demand for IT talent.
What Is the Germany IT Visa Under §19c
Under Section 19c(2) of the Residence Act combined with Section 6 of the Employment Ordinance (BeschV), experienced IT specialists do not need to prove formal qualifications. This is an exception compared with most other employment categories.
This policy targets people who are skilled in their trade but learned through practice rather than university education.
Experience and Salary Requirements
Theo the official Make it in Germany portal of the German Government, applicants need at least 2 years of relevant experience within the past 5 years.
In addition, the job in Germany must guarantee a minimum salary of €45,934.20 EUR/year (2026 rate), or the rate set by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The Biggest Advantage
A major advantage is that this category does not require proof of German language proficiency for the visa. This means IT professionals can move to Germany to work quickly and learn the language in parallel.
However, German is still useful for daily life and the long-term settlement path afterward.
Advice for Vietnamese IT Workers
You should prepare clear documentation of your experience: employment confirmation letters, project descriptions, and actual work products. This serves as a substitute for a degree.
If you hold a university IT degree, you may also want to consider EU Blue Card 2026. The M2W team will advise on the optimal category based on your profile.
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