Germany and Italy, two Schengen area countries, have decided to implement ambitious measures to attract more foreign workers in 2025. These initiatives aim to meet the growing needs of their respective economies.
Faced with a persistent shortage of qualified labor, Germany and Italy announce a significant increase in the number of work visas available for foreign workers in 2025, reports the specialist site Schengen News. This initiative represents a major opportunity for third-country nationals, including Algerians, looking for new economic prospects.
Germany relies on qualified foreign talent
In Germany, the demand for labor currently exceeds 400,000 vacant positions. Faced with this situation, the country plans to issue 200,000 work visas in 2025, an increase of 10% compared to 2023. One of the key measures of this reform is the introduction of the opportunity card, a system aimed at to facilitate the integration of qualified workers into the German market.
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This system relaxes language requirements and digitalizes administrative processes, including obstacles to hiring for foreigners. The most affected sectors include healthcare, engineering and information technology, providing a wide range of opportunities for skilled foreign workers, whose skills are increasingly in demand in Europe.
Expanded quotas for seasonal workers in Italy
Italy, facing similar challenges, also plans to increase the number of work visas to 165,000 in 2025, from 151,000 in 2024. This increase includes a notable increase in visas for seasonal workers, mainly in the manufacturing sectors. agriculture and tourism. More than 93,000 visas will be granted to these temporary jobs, highlighting the importance of these sectors for the Italian economy.
For foreign workers including Algerians, these expanded quotas represent an opportunity for integration into the Italian labor market, often seen as a gateway to other European markets. Additionally, experiences gained through seasonal employment could make it easier to obtain more stable and sustainable work permits.
Promising opportunities for Algerians
These reforms offer an encouraging outlook for Algerians wishing to work in Europe. Germany and Italy are opening their doors to foreign talent while offering simplified procedures to encourage applications. The sectors concerned offer a diversity of positions suitable for both qualified workers and those looking for seasonal employment.
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For young Algerians, these opportunities could represent a springboard towards international careers. However, some challenges remain. International competition for these visas remains intense, and recognition of foreign qualifications can be problematic. In addition, candidates must adapt to cultural and linguistic requirements, particularly in Germany, where language proficiency plays a key role in professional integration.
