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Short-Term Contingent Employment in Germany

Hire international workers quickly and legally

Short-term contingent employment allows companies in Germany to hire international workers without formal qualifications for a limited period of time. This model is designed to help employers bridge temporary staff shortages, manage seasonal peaks, or support short-term projects—fully compliant with German labor law.

Who is this employment model for?

Short-term contingent employment is particularly suitable for companies in sectors such as:

Hospitality and catering
Tourism and event management
Airport and ground handling services
Other industries with short-term labor demand

Key benefits for employers

✅ Fast access to international workforce
✅ No formal qualification or recognition required
✅ Legally compliant employment in Germany
✅ Mandatory social security coverage
✅ Collective agreement–based wages ensure transparency and planning security

Duration of employment

Employment is strictly time-limited:

Up to 90 days within a 180-day period for short stays
Up to 8 months within a 12-month period with a visa or residence permit

This ensures flexibility while remaining fully compliant with German regulations.

Employer requirements

To use the short-term contingent employment scheme, employers must meet the following conditions:

Availability of a government-approved employment quota
Minimum working time of 30 hours per week
Employer must be bound by a collective bargaining agreement
Payment in accordance with the applicable collective agreement
Coverage of travel and return travel costs
Full compliance with social security obligations

Application process

1️⃣ Application for work permit or preliminary approval via the Federal Employment Agency
2️⃣ Review of requirements and quota availability
3️⃣ Issuance of the visa or residence permit by the competent immigration authority
4️⃣ Commencement of employment in Germany

Bridge staff shortages efficiently and legally

Short-term contingent employment is an effective and compliant solution for temporary staffing needs—flexible, predictable, and time-limited.

👉 Get expert advice to determine whether this employment model is suitable for your business and how to successfully complete the application process.