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Chancenkarte (§20a): the points system explained

The Opportunity Card for job-seeking — how the points system works and when full recognition is the shortcut.

The Chancenkarte (§20a AufenthG) allows entry to look for work. Without full recognition of your qualification, you need enough points.

Collecting points Points come from qualifications, work experience, language skills (German and English), age, and a connection to Germany. As a rule you need at least six points.

Full recognition as a shortcut With a fully recognised qualification the points test largely falls away. Without it, the total score decides.

How Mila helps Mila computes the points from the client questionnaire and warns when the threshold isn't met without full recognition.

As of 2026, no warranty. This article is general information, not legal advice.

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