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Germany's Visa Policy Attracts Skilled Workers Amid Job Shortage

9/25/2025

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Mr. Ackermann described Germany's migration policy as highly predictable.
He contrasted this with Trump's proclamation of a $100,000 H-1B visa fee in the United States.
Germany aims to attract skilled workers, especially from India, where many earn more than Germans.
Program launched last year simplifies visas for Indian workers amid 387,000 unfilled jobs as of March and an aging population.

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Mr. Ackermann described Germany's migration policy as highly predictable.
He contrasted this with Trump's proclamation of a $100,000 H-1B visa fee in the United States.
Germany aims to attract skilled workers, especially from India, where many earn more than Germans.
Program launched last year simplifies visas for Indian workers amid 387,000 unfilled jobs as of March and an aging population.