What is the German job seeker visa?

The job seeker visa is a type of National Visa. It allows you to come to Germany to find a job. When you graduate from a German university, you usually get an 18 month job seeker visa.

The job seeker visa can’t be extended.1 It’s valid for 6 to 18 months, depending on your situation.2 You must have a university degree or vocational training to apply for it.2

After you find a job, you can apply for a work visa or a Blue Card. If you are self-employed, you can apply for a freelance visa.

Information about the job seeker visa – Berlin.de

Sources and footnotes
  1. gesetze-im-internet.de, Quora 

  2. berlin.de