If you apply for Recognizing foreign master's degrees in Stößen (Sachsen-Anhalt), expect about approx. 2 months. Handwerkskammer Stößen is responsible.
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Documents you need
Foreign master craftsman's certificate (original + certified translation) · Photo ID
Costs
Kostenlos (BAföG-Antrag)
approx. 2 months in Stößen
In Stößen we expect around approx. 2 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 2 months
Contact the relevant Chamber of Crafts
The Chamber of Crafts and Trades (HWK) in the city where the business is located or has its registered office has jurisdiction.
Have certified translations prepared
Have all documents translated by a certified translator.
Submit an application
Submit the documents to the Chamber of Crafts and wait for the notification of recognition.
Who is eligible?
Individuals with a foreign master craftsman’s certificate or comparable vocational qualification who wish to work as self-employed tradespeople in Germany.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 71.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
EU/EEA qualifications are given priority in the evaluation process in accordance with the EU Recognition Directive.