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German Federal Employment Agency (ZAV) & GIZ

Triple Win: Tunisian Nurses for Germany

About the program

A German government programme run by the Federal Employment Agency with GIZ that places Tunisian nurses in German hospitals and care homes on German employment contracts with the same conditions as German staff. GIZ provides German courses up to advanced level and nursing preparation, and supports recognition and the first year in Germany; candidates pay no fees. After recognition, public-sector pay starts at €3,510 gross a month (TVöD-P P7 since May 2026); pay is lower during the recognition phase and may differ with private employers. Apply through ANETI in Tunisia; there are three selection rounds a year. Only for Tunisian nationals living in Tunisia.

Monthly Stipend / Salaryمن 3,510 € إجمالي شهرياً بعد الاعتراف (جدول TVöD-P فئة P7)

Funding Types & Benefits

Health InsuranceHealth and social insurance under the host country’s labour law
عقد عمل وتدريب معتمدشهادة معترف بها دولياً مع فرصة تثبيت وتوظيف مباشر

Eligibility Criteria

Language:German A1 preferred; courses up to advanced level are provided
Education:Tunisian 4-year nursing diploma (level IV); nursing aides, midwives, radiology/lab technicians are not eligible

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.

Yes, trainees receive a regular monthly salary of من 3,510 € إجمالي شهرياً بعد الاعتراف (جدول TVöD-P فئة P7) throughout the entire program duration (2 to 3.5 years), often increasing incrementally each training year.

The required language proficiency is: German A1 preferred; courses up to advanced level are provided. A certified test certificate is generally required for the visa application and contract signing.