Germany remains a top destination for foreign workers despite doubts about its competitiveness in the economy. According to an international survey of 150,000 workers from 188 countries, Germany ranks fifth among the preferred work locations, trailing behind Australia, the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The study was conducted by the consulting firm Boston Consulting Group, job portal Stepstone, and their umbrella organization, The Network.
Interestingly, German workers are less inclined to move abroad compared to foreign workers. In 2018, Germany held the second spot in this ranking but has since lost some attractiveness. The majority of German emigrants preferred destinations such as Romania, Ukraine, and Poland. In contrast, German workers tend to stay put, with Switzerland and Austria being preferred destinations for overseas job opportunities.
The readiness for labor migration is highest in several African countries, with Ghana leading at 74%. This trend is also evident among highly qualified professionals, whose willingness to move abroad is only slightly different from that of non-degree holders.
London tops the list as the most popular city for international job relocation, followed by Amsterdam and Dubai. Berlin secures the sixth spot. However, for most respondents, the determining factor for moving abroad is not the country or city but rather the attractiveness of the job offer.
In the competition for foreign talent, companies that offer attractive working conditions and provide organizational support for foreign workers, such as facilitating work permit applications, tend to succeed. Unfortunately, this process is often perceived as cumbersome in Germany.
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