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Dentist Relocation Guide: Moving to Germany
High demand · €54,700-€74,500 · Visa: EU Blue Card
This guide is for a Dentist planning to move to Germany. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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💰 Salary
€54,700-€74,500
📋 Visa
EU Blue Card
The EU Blue Card can be issued once the licence to practise (Approbation) has been granted or formally assured by the state authority.
🎓 Recognition
Dentist is a regulated profession in Germany. To practise you need a licence to ...
📈 Demand
High
Quick answers
Can a Dentist work in Germany as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the EU Blue Card route. The EU Blue Card can be issued once the licence to practise (Approbation) has been granted or formally assured by the state authority. Dentists currently see High demand in Germany.
What salary can a Dentist expect in Germany?
€54,700-€74,500 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to Germany as a Dentist?
Visa processing on the EU Blue Card route: about 2–4 weeks. The visa guide explains what this time covers. Allow extra time for qualification recognition if your role needs it.
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What Do Dentists Earn in Germany?
€54,700-€74,500
Median salary: €63,100
Which Visa Do Dentists Use to Move to Germany?
EU Blue Card
EU Blue Card is the main route for Dentists relocating to Germany. The EU Blue Card can be issued once the licence to practise (Approbation) has been granted or formally assured by the state authority.
Is Your Dentist Qualification Recognised in Germany?
Dentist is a regulated profession in Germany. To practise you need a licence to practise (Approbation) from the competent authority of the federal state where you will work. With a qualification from outside the EU, the authority compares your training with the German one and may require a knowledge test; you must also show the German language skills needed for the job. For the visa you need the licence, or the authority's written assurance that it will be granted. This occupation counts as a shortage occupation for the EU Blue Card, so the lower salary floor applies.
Recognition authority: State approbation authority (Approbationsbehörde)
If your role needs recognition, it can take several months, so start the process before you arrive.
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