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On this page, you will find all VISAGUARD glossary entries for the letter J. The glossary entries are arranged alphabetically and include the most important terms in immigration law that begin with the letter J. Each definition in the glossary is linked to the relevant law or administrative regulation and also refers to the corresponding VISAGUARD technical article.
Job Seeker Visa
A foreigner who successfully completes a degree program in Germany within the framework of a stay under Section 16b or Section 16c is granted a residence permit to seek employment (a job-seeker visa). A job-seeker visa can also be granted if research work, qualified vocational training, or an adaptation measure has been completed in Germany.
Related legal source: Section 20 Residence Act
Related VISAGUARD article: Job Seeker Visa
Journalist visa
Journalists can obtain a visa for Germany if their activity is recognized by the Press and Information Office of the Federal Government or if they maintain their habitual residence abroad in Germany and work as a journalist in Germany, as long as the duration of the activity does not exceed 90 days within a period of twelve months.
Related legal source: Section 18 BeschV
Related VISAGUARD article: Journalist visa