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Important insurances

Important insurances Updated: Aug 12, 2026 Depending on the sector, there are various compulsory insurance policies for the self-employed that must be taken out. If you do not take out this insurance in good time, you will have to expect additional payments or fines. iStock.com/shapecharge Important insurances at a glance Health and long-term care insurance Compulsory insurance for the self-employed includes health and long-term care insurance. You can either take out private or voluntary insurance with a statutory health insurance fund. Self-employed persons who have statutory health insurance

Family reunification for skilled workers

Family reunification for skilled workers Updated: Aug 27, 2025 If you are a skilled worker from another country and would like to work and live in Germany or already live in Saxony, you can bring your family to Saxony under certain conditions. General requirements (non-EU countries) If you come from a country outside the European Union (so-called third country), you can bring your family to Germany if your family community is maintained, the livelihood of the entire family is secured and there is sufficient living space for everyone. Which family members are allowed to join you? In principle,

Funding programs and financial investments

Funding programs and financial investments Updated: Nov 25, 2025 Saxony supports start-ups with various subsidies. These include low-interest loans, guarantees and grants. It is important that you find out about funding opportunities before registering your business. iStock.com/courtneyk The Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) offers financial advice for start-ups. Information on funding programs of the Free State of Saxony can be found in the FÖMISAX funding database . The Sächsische Aufbaubank (SAB) supports start-ups with favorable loans, start-up bonuses and grants for

Counseling centers

Counseling centers Updated: Oct 12, 2026 There are various formalities and legal requirements that must be observed when starting your own business. In Saxony, there are many advisory services available to support you in setting up your business. iStock.com/VioletaStoimenova Counseling centers in Saxony Chambers of industry and commerce IHK Chemnitz : Start-up aid and business support IHK Dresden : Information for founders IHK Leipzig : Information on setting up a business Chambers of Crafts HWK Chemnitz: Business start-up HWK Dresden: Business start-up advice HWK Leipzig: Business start-up advice

Entry into Saxony

Your way to Saxony You can already prepare yourself and take advantage of advice services in your home country. Many offices in Saxony will also support you, for example with finding accommodation, appointments with the authorities or professional questions. This will make your start as easy as possible. iStock.com/Jana Murr Contact points in the home country Find out more about contact points in your home country that will inform you about life, the language and career opportunities in Saxony. Visa types and residence permits On this page you will find a clear overview of the most important

Dual vocational training

Dual vocational training Updated: Sep 19, 2025 The German education system enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide. Vocational and academic education in Germany both offer high-quality qualifications and good career prospects. The combination of practical and theoretical content serves as a model for many countries. There are 327 recognized dual training occupations in Germany (as of 2025). In order to ensure uniform and high-quality vocational training throughout Germany, all legal framework conditions for the company-based part of dual vocational training are set out in the Vocational

Job interview

Job interview Updated: Nov 4, 2025 Congratulations! Your application was successful and you have received an invitation to an interview - an important step on the way to your new job. iStock.com/sturti Go into the conversation well prepared You have already impressed the employer with your application documents. Now the employer wants to know whether you fit into the team and what motivation you have for the advertised position. Make an appointment You will usually receive an invitation to an interview with a fixed date. The following tips will help you to prepare for the appointment with confidence

Application

Tips for your application Updated: Oct 12, 2026 Have you found a promising position? Now it's time to create a convincing application. iStock.com/CandyRetriever In Germany, you first apply in writing for a job offer from a company. The written application consists of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae (CV), existing school and training certificates, further training certificates and references. If you are applying for a job in Saxony and nothing else is required, you should write the entire application in German. The first impression counts First of all, read the job advertisement carefully.

Job search

Job search Updated: Oct 23, 2026 Would you like to work in Saxony and are looking for a suitable position? Whether via online portals, personal advice or networking: there are a variety of ways to find a suitable job in Saxony. iStock.com/nortonrsx Ready for a job in Saxony? First check with the Quick Check to check whether you meet all the requirements for a job in Saxony. You can find current job advertisements and offers for apprenticeships throughout Saxony at Job offers . Your options at a glance Start your job search: Job search of the Federal Employment Agency An important point of contact

Vocational training at school

Vocational training at school Updated: Sep 19, 2025 In some training occupations, you complete your training at a vocational college. In this case, you do not need a training contract with a company. Recognized vocational qualifications as part of school-based vocational training can be obtained for professions in the healthcare and social services sector or rare skilled trades. iStock.com/seb_ra Course of the school-based vocational training You attend full-time vocational school and supplement this with practical phases in suitable companies and institutions. The duration of vocational school

Checklist for application documents

Checklist for application documents Updated: Jul 27, 2026 Apply well prepared: Here you will find a checklist for your application documents - from the job advertisement to the cover letter and CV. Job advertisement The position and the company‘s offer are a good fit for me and my expectations. My qualifications and my knowledge and experience match the requirements of the job advertisement. I can well imagine working at the location mentioned and have already informed myself about the city and the region. I know in which form the application documents should be sent and have prepared all documents

Vocational training

Vocational training Updated: Oct 22, 2026 An apprenticeship is an important foundation stone for your professional future: in Saxony you will find various options. You can choose between dual training in a company in combination with attending a vocational school and school-based vocational training at a vocational college. With over 80 vocational schools and a strong network of Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and Chambers of Crafts (HWK), Saxony offers a wide range of vocational training options. Find your training path in Saxony: The brochure Paths to a career gives you an overview of

Inspiring stories

Inspiring stories Updated: Mar 31, 2026 Be inspired by people from all over the world who tell how they got off to a new start in Saxony and realized their goals. Ena Osmic aus Kroatien arbeitet in der Forschung in Sachsen. ©So geht sächsisch. Alexandre Dupont de Ligonnès aus Frankreich ist Winzer in Sachsen. ©So geht sächsisch. Weitere Stories Faisal Qayyum - Von Pakistan nach Sachsen Naima Bouzoubaa - Mut zur Veränderung Syed Quosain Haider - Masterstudium in Sachsen Fatema Darbar - Gründerin Siwar Ben Nasr - Ausbildung zur Pflegefachfrau previous slide next slide

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The accelerated skilled worker procedure

The accelerated skilled worker procedure Updated: Aug 28, 2025 Do you intend to hire or train an applicant from abroad? Then the accelerated skilled worker procedure gives you the opportunity to shorten the visa procedure and entry time. The most important points at a glance: The accelerated skilled worker procedure is optional and is applied for by you as the employer. You are the central contact person for your candidate abroad and the responsible immigration authority. You can apply for the following groups of people : foreign skilled workers for employment potential foreign trainees foreign

Holidays in Saxony

Sundays and public holidays in Saxony Updated: Jun 29, 2026 Most people are off work on public holidays in Saxony. Kindergartens, schools and supermarkets are also closed. Many families spend the days together or go on an excursion. Most public holidays have a religious background. Important: Most stores in Saxony are also generally closed on Sundays. Only restaurants, cafés, petrol stations and bakeries may be open. A few times a year there are Sundays open for business. Stores and shopping centers are then allowed to open. You can find the dates on the website of your town or district. The

Worth knowing

Tips for everyday life in Saxony Updated: Aug 28, 2025 If you are new to Saxony or would like to find out more about life in the Free State, you will find helpful information and useful tips in this section. Security in Saxony How waste separation works in Saxony Holidays in Saxony Dialects in Saxony previous slide next slide