Visa guide · Sponsored jobs

Job Seeker Visa 2026

A job seeker visa lets skilled professionals enter a country to look for sponsored employment without a prior job offer. Germany’s points-based Opportunity Card is the leading example. GoBroad tracks these routes and the roles that convert them into sponsored jobs.

Job offer needed

No — search on arrival

Typical stay

Up to 12 months

Leads to

Sponsored work / Blue Card

Who the Job Seeker Visa is for

Skilled professionals without an offer yet
Recent graduates
Career switchers targeting shortage roles

Countries offering the Job Seeker Visa

Frequently asked questions

What is a job seeker visa?

It is a temporary visa that lets qualified professionals enter a country to search for a sponsored job. Germany’s Opportunity Card is a points-based version valid for up to 12 months.

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