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At WorkPermitCheck.com, we know how exciting—and stressful—it can be to accept a job offer abroad. Germany is one of the top destinations for international professionals, but with that growing demand comes a rise in fake work permits and scam job offers.
If you're heading to Germany for work or reviewing an offer from a German employer, it’s important to make sure your work permit is 100% genuine. Here’s a straightforward guide on how to check a Germany work permit, and how we can help you stay protected.
First, What Kind of Work Permit Do You Have?
Germany issues different types of work permits based on your job type, qualifications, and how you're hired. The most common include:
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EU Blue Card – For highly skilled professionals with a university degree and a high-paying job offer
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Skilled Worker Visa (§18) – For qualified professionals with vocational training or a recognized degree
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ICT Card – For employees transferred within a company
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Job Seeker Visa (with later permit) – For those seeking employment while in Germany
Most of these are issued as residence permits with work authorization by local immigration offices (Ausländerbehörde).
How to Do a Basic Check on a Germany Work Permit
1. Check the Authority
Real permits are issued by German immigration offices. Your document should include an official stamp, issue date, validity period, and clear mention of your right to work.
2. Look Up the Employer
Use Germany’s public registries to confirm the employer’s business name, address, and registration status. A real company should be easy to identify online.
3. Compare Key Details
Your full name, job title, and employer should match your job offer or employment contract.
4. Watch for Warning Signs
Fake permits often appear as low-quality images, lack official language or seals, or reference companies that can’t be verified.
If you're not sure how to interpret any of this, that’s exactly where WorkPermitCheck.com comes in—we’ll handle the verification for you.
How WorkPermitCheck.com Can Help
We’re here to take the guesswork out of your job search. If you’re unsure about your Germany work permit, we’ll check it for you. Here’s what we do:
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Cross-check employer information against official registries
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Validate the format and contents of the permit
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Confirm it was issued by a legitimate authority
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Flag anything that looks suspicious
Whether you’re applying for a visa or already in Germany, we’ll help you avoid mistakes that could cost you your job—or worse, your legal status.
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Disclaimer
This blog post is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, immigration, or visa advice. Immigration policies and processes change frequently, and we encourage you to refer to official German government sources or licensed immigration consultants for the most up-to-date guidance.
WorkPermitCheck.com is a private service provider. We do not issue work permits or visas and are not affiliated with the German government. We assist individuals and agencies in verifying the authenticity of work permit documents and employer details, based on the information provided and public data.
FAQs
Q1: Is there a government portal to check my Germany work permit?
No. Germany does not offer a public database for verifying individual permits. But you can check employer records and document format—or use our service for support.
Q2: Can I trust a scanned image of the permit?
Only if it includes the proper signature, official stamp, and matches your other documents. Blurry or cropped images are a warning sign.
Q3: What if my permit is fake?
You could face visa rejection, entry denial, or legal trouble. It's better to verify early than take the risk.
Q4: Does WorkPermitCheck.com store my information?
We treat every verification request confidentially and never share your documents without consent.
