✅ Key Regulations & Recent Developments
Law to Ensure the Quality of Recruiting Nursing Professionals from Abroad
A voluntary quality seal called “Fair Recruitment Nursing Germany” has been introduced for healthcare providers and private recruitment agencies.
Objective:
To ensure ethical recruitment of nursing professionals from third countries, including integration support, language training, and guidance during the onboarding process.
The focus is on sustainable workforce recruitment, high quality standards, and cost transparency.
Relevance for you:
If you recruit nursing staff internationally, your recruitment processes must comply with these quality assurance requirements.
Accelerated Recognition Procedures for Foreign Qualifications
There are indications that a new recognition law for healthcare and nursing professions may come into force from autumn 2025, aiming to reduce recognition procedures to a maximum of six months.
Planned measures include centralized recognition authorities and digital platforms. Partial recognition combined with post-qualification training will also be possible.
What this means for you:
The application process may become significantly faster — an advantage for business models focused on rapid recruitment and successful integration.
Visa and Residence Regulations / Skilled Immigration
According to the Federal Employment Agency, healthcare facilities increasingly use the Skilled Immigration Act to employ international professionals.
Example:
The “Triple Win” program (e.g., with the Philippines and Jordan) is actively recruiting nursing professionals for Germany.
Important for you:
In-depth knowledge of visa and work permit pathways is essential for successful international recruitment.
Requirements for Language, Qualification, and Integration Measures
Current legislation and accompanying regulations emphasize that recruitment alone is not sufficient. Language courses, housing support, and social integration play a crucial role.
For your service offering:
Your comprehensive support package (integration assistance, language support) directly addresses these requirements.
