Germany's Chancenkarte Program Sees Lower Than Expected Interest

The new initiative aimed at attracting skilled foreign workers has fallen short of its application targets since its launch in June.

Since its introduction in June, only 2,360 applications for the Chancenkarte have been submitted, far below the expected 10,000.
The Chancenkarte allows foreign workers to enter Germany without a job offer, granting them a year to find employment.
Applicants must have basic German or advanced English skills and a recognized qualification or degree from their home country.
Despite the low application numbers, the majority of applicants possess strong qualifications, with only 15% of applications being rejected.
Most applications have come from India, followed by China, Turkey, Russia, and Tunisia.