🇵🇹 Nurses from Portugal

Recognition & Job Start in Germany – with docMeds

For nurses, the entire process is free of charge.

docMeds organizes, plans, and finances the complete pathway – from document check & recognition to the language track and placement in a suitable facility.

No hidden fees. A clear roadmap, dedicated contacts, and maximum transparency – step by step until you start in Germany. EU member state: recognition and employment in Germany are possible without a visa procedure.

You are coming from Portugal? We guide you through recognition, language, and placement in a structured way – with a plan, timelines, and personal support.

Requirements for Nurses from Portugal

In nursing, recognition and the language pathway are key. We manage this cleanly and avoid delays.

Typical minimum requirements

  • Nursing qualification (certificate + training records)
  • Language target (usually B1/B2 depending on the federal state/employer)
  • Identity documents (passport, possibly a certificate of good conduct)
  • Professional references (if available: employment references/certificates)

What docMeds takes care of for you

  • Document check and a clear to-do list
  • Recognition roadmap incl. responsible authorities & structure
  • Language pathway and preparation for professional requirements
  • Placement with suitable facilities incl. application management

How it works – step by step

A clear process: recognition, language, and job start – without chaos.

1

Initial consultation – a brief assessment of your starting point and goals (region, timeline, employer profile).

2

Document check – we review completeness, translations, formats, and build your roadmap.

3

Recognition procedure – we plan submission, deadlines, and the next stage (depending on the federal state).

4

Language & preparation – a structured language track plus professional preparation.

5

Applications & placement – matching with suitable facilities, interview support, contract process.

6

Start in Germany – onboarding, next steps, and a contact person until everything is stable.

Document checklist (Nursing)

This list covers the most common requirements. We tell you exactly what you need in your specific case.

Basic documents

  • Passport (valid)
  • CV (chronological / tabular)
  • Certificate / diploma + training records
  • Proof of work experience (if available)
  • Certificate of good conduct (depending on the procedure)
  • Translations / certifications (we explain format & process)
  • EU citizenship (Portuguese ID card or passport)

What we do with it

  • Clean submission – correct, complete, on time
  • Risk reduction – fewer follow-up questions, fewer delays
  • Planning with a timeline – clear milestones until you start
  • Parallel placement – job search runs while recognition progresses
Ready to start with docMeds?

We review your situation from Portugal and show you the next steps transparently – free of charge and structured.

Get in touch For Nursing

FAQ – Nurses from Portugal

Short & clear. In the initial consultation, we answer everything specifically for your country and federal state.

Is the process really free of charge?

Yes. For nurses, the entire process is free of charge. docMeds organizes, plans, and finances the pathway – including roadmap and placement.

What does the timeline depend on most?

Mainly on the status of your documents, translations/certifications, language level, and the processing time of the responsible authorities. We give you a realistic timeline.

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