Germany lists 12 health jobs eligible for EU Blue Card residence permit

Germany has published a list of 12 health occupations eligible for the EU Blue Card residence permit, covering medical, nursing, veterinary, and allied health fields under its Skilled Immigration Act. The list includes generalist and specialist medical practitioners, nursing professionals, midwives, veterinarians, dentists, pharmacists, environmental health professionals, physiotherapists, dietitians, audiologists, speech therapists, and optometrists. Eligibility is tied to specific occupational codes during the application process. The EU Blue Card offers a path to permanent residence, while the points-based Chancenkarte considers qualifications, experience, language skills, and age. The list aims to speed up processing for workers and assist employers hiring from abroad.