Country Guide

Working in Germany

Recruitment for data centres, industrial, pharmaceutical projects, with right-to-work and relocation guidance.

Local Market Overview

Germany's data centre market is centred on Frankfurt, alongside large industrial and pharmaceutical projects across the country.

German language skills help, and are required for some site roles.

EU, EEA and Swiss citizens
You can live and work in Germany without a work permit. You may need to register with the local authorities if you stay longer than three months.
Everyone else
You will usually need a work permit or residence permit before you start, often sponsored by the employer. Requirements depend on your nationality, role and salary.

This is general guidance, not immigration advice. Always check the official source: Make it in Germany (official portal)

Practical steps for your first weeks. Our consultants can talk you through each one before you accept an offer.

Get your Tax ID (Steuer-ID)Needed for payroll and tax. Apply as soon as you arrive; your employer can advise.
Register your addressMost countries require registration with the local authority within a set period.
Open a local bank accountMany employers pay salaries into a local account.
Arrange healthcareCheck how public healthcare and any employer health cover work.
Find accommodationAsk us where people on the project usually live; rotation roles often include accommodation.
Check your driving licenceEU licences are valid across the EU; others may need exchanging after a period.

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