Learning German

For many visa pathways — especially Ausbildung, vocational skilled worker visas, and healthcare professions — a certain German language level is required. Even where it is not mandatory, German skills open significantly more doors and make daily life much easier.

This guide covers what each level (A1 through C1) means in practice, which level your pathway requires, the best free and paid learning resources, and realistic timelines for reaching each level from scratch.