How your recruitment works – from initial recruitment to fully recognised registered nurse.

Key stages in detail

1. 01

   Information and non-binding initial contact

   Interested nursing professionals receive early information about the skilled migration process, professional recognition, the employer-pays principle, their rights and available complaint channels. The current information brochure “Faire Anwerbung Pflege Deutschland” is provided in good time and in a language the nursing professional can understand.

2. 02

   Application, eligibility review and pre-selection

   IndoMedCare reviews the basic eligibility requirements, in particular professional qualification, professional registration, work experience where available, language level and completeness of the required documents. Selection is based on transparent criteria as well as the individual suitability and preferences of the applicant.

3. 03

   Written recruitment agreement

   Before the recruitment relationship becomes binding, the essential rights, obligations, services, contact persons and cost arrangements are explained in writing. Recruitment is free of charge for the nursing professional under the employer-pays principle. No recruitment fees, deposits or security payments are required.

4. 04

   Language qualification and document preparation

   Depending on the starting point, German language training is provided up to the required level. In parallel, the documents required for recognition and entry are compiled, translated and, where necessary, certified or authenticated. Original documents generally remain with the nursing professional and are not retained as security.

5. 05

   Application for professional recognition

   The application for recognition of the foreign nursing qualification is submitted to the competent German recognition authority. The authority assesses the equivalence of the qualification. The outcome may be full equivalence or a deficit notice identifying substantial differences.

6. 06

   Matching, employment offer and employer interview

   IndoMedCare introduces suitable employers. The nursing professional is free to decline any offered position. Before the employment contract is concluded, a personal or virtual meeting takes place with the prospective employer. Essential information about the position is provided in writing and in good time before contract conclusion.

7. 07

   Employment contract, fast-track skilled worker procedure and visa

   Once a position has been selected voluntarily, the employment contract is concluded directly between the nursing professional and the employer. Where appropriate and agreed, the fast-track skilled worker procedure is coordinated. The required visa or residence permit is then applied for.

8. 08

   Entry into Germany and structured integration

   After the visa has been issued, the nursing professional enters Germany. Depending on the project, IndoMedCare provides support with airport pick-up, accommodation, residence registration, health insurance, bank account, tax ID and other organisational steps. The employer and IndoMedCare support workplace and social integration.

9. 09

   Adaptation programme or knowledge test in case of partial recognition

   If substantial differences have been identified, the nursing professional completes the required compensatory measure – an adaptation programme or a knowledge test. Where the law provides a choice, neutral information is provided about the knowledge test and adaptation programme; the nursing professional makes the decision independently. After successful completion, the recognition process continues.

10. 10

    Recognition as a registered nurse

    For final professional authorisation, the additional requirements applicable in the individual case must be demonstrated in addition to professional equivalence, in particular sufficient German language skills, personal reliability and health suitability. Once these have been positively assessed, the competent authority grants professional authorisation or permission to use the protected professional title. From that point onwards, the person may practise as a fully recognised nursing professional.

Key principles throughout the entire process

• Participation in the recruitment process and acceptance of a job offer are voluntary.
• The nursing professional does not pay any placement or recruitment fees to IndoMedCare.
• Recruitment-related costs are allocated in accordance with the applicable employer-pays principle.
• No deposit, security payment or retention of the passport as security.
• Essential information is provided in writing, in good time and in an understandable form.
• The nursing professional may seek independent advice and submit complaints without disadvantage.
• IndoMedCare supports the process; official decisions and processing times remain the responsibility of the competent authorities.

Status: 14 September 2026