Information for Employees
Recognition of proffesional and occupational qualifications
If you wish to work in your profession or occupation in Germany, recognition of your qualifications is helpful in many fields and absolutely necessary in others.
A number of professions are »regulated« in Germany. German citizens and foreign nationals are permitted to work in these professions only if they have certain specific qualifications. That applies to physicians and lawyers, for example, as well as for certain master craftsmen who operate their own businesses. If you wish to work in one of these professional occupations, you need to have your qualifications recognized in Germany. You will find a list of all professions and occupations that are regulated in Germany at:
Most professions and occupations are not regulated. In order to work as a business manager, computer scientist or baker, for instance, you don’t need evidence of corresponding professional qualifications. Yet recognition of your qualifications may be helpful nonetheless, as it tells prospective employers what you are qualified to do as soon as they read your application. You have a better chance of success in the labour market and you will be paid better as well.
You will find everything you need to know about recognition in Germany at:
The Information and Advisory Centre in Saxony (Informations- und Beratungsstelle Anerkennung Sachsen, IBAS) is responsible for all matters relating to the recognition of foreign professional qualifications in Saxony. Everyone seeking advice receives a leaflet from the Centre containing information about recognition procedures or alternatives for specific occupations as well as adjustment qualification and job opportunities.
Further information is provided at: