Which route fits me?
Five main routes lead from Indonesia to Berlin. Pick by your situation, then read the route page.
| You are | Route |
|---|---|
| A nurse (3-year diploma or 4-year bachelor, STR, at least 1 year of experience) | Nursing and Triple Win. The German course to B1 is free and you pay no placement fee. |
| An SMA or SMK leaver who wants a German degree | Study (§ 16b). Check admission and costs first – an SMA diploma alone is usually not enough. |
| A graduate or experienced professional with a job offer from a German employer | Skilled worker / Blue Card |
| Qualified (degree or at least 2 years of vocational training), no job offer yet, with savings and some German or English B2 | Opportunity Card |
| An SMA or SMK leaver who wants vocational training, German at B1 or close | Ausbildung |
| Already in Berlin and unsure whether your job, hours or pay are legal | Already in Berlin? |
Four honest checks before you decide
- German. Every route needs it, and it is the step that takes longest. Start now: Learning German in Indonesia.
- Money. See Costs at a glance. Most routes need a blocked account of €11,904 to €13,092 for one year. The nursing route is the exception.
- Documents. Indonesia issues the Hague apostille, which Germany accepts – but it takes time. See Documents from Indonesia.
- Indonesian law is on your side. Under Law 18/2017 a migrant worker may not be charged placement costs at all. See Indonesian rules and Avoiding scams.
This site gives general orientation. It does not assess your individual case; for that see a lawyer for migration law or a recognised advice centre.
A question this page does not answer? Contact us. Free orientation only, no legal advice for individual cases.