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Step by step

Seven steps from your enquiry to a successful start within the team.

International recruitment is predictable when every step is clearly assigned. Here you can see the full path in seven steps: what happens at each stage, what we handle and what remains with you. The time frames given are rough guide values; the actual course depends on language level, recognition and the authorities.

Step by step

Every step has a clear role. We take on most of them.

The seven steps of working together

  1. Step 1: Initial consultation & requirements

    We clarify the vacancy, the professional requirements, the timeframe and the general conditions. You receive an honest assessment of whether and how this route works for you. We also review your suitability as an employer in advance.

    The employer's role
    Describe your needs, requirements and general conditions.
    OFR's role
    Structure your needs, assess feasibility and outline a realistic route.

    Typical duration: a few days

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  2. Step 2: Selection & introduction

    We introduce you exclusively to vetted candidates whose qualification can be recognised, each with a fully prepared profile. You save yourself the screening and preliminary review.

    The employer's role
    Review the profiles.
    OFR's role
    Pre-selection, review of documents and suitability, and profile preparation.

    Typical duration: depending on the availability of suitable profiles

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  3. Step 3: Decision & fit

    You make the choice and conduct the interviews. We align the expectations of both sides so that the working relationship holds from the very start.

    The employer's role
    Select a candidate and conduct the interviews.
    OFR's role
    Align the expectations of both sides, secure the fit and prepare the working relationship.

    Typical duration: a few weeks

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  4. Step 4: Language & preparation

    The professional learns German up to level B2. In parallel, we prepare the documents for recognition.

    The employer's role
    usually little effort; we keep you informed.
    OFR's role
    Organise German lessons and compile the documents for recognition.

    Typical duration: several months, depending on the starting level

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  5. Step 5: Recognition (the MPhG)

    The authority examines whether the qualification is equivalent to the German training (this is based on the professional act, the MPhG — the German Masseur and Physiotherapist Act). If it identifies substantial differences, an adaptation measure follows: a knowledge examination or an adaptation course (no more than 3 years). We support you through the procedure.

    The employer's role
    where applicable, cooperation as the future employer.
    OFR's role
    Coordinate the procedure with the competent recognition authority of the federal state, and manage documents and appointments.

    Typical duration: several months; longer if an adaptation measure is required The binding decision rests with the authority.

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  6. Step 6: Visa: the fast-track procedure (Section 81a AufenthG)

    The fast-track procedure for skilled workers under Section 81a of the German Residence Act (AufenthG) can significantly shorten the waiting time for the visa. You, as the employer, initiate it, usually by power of attorney at the competent immigration authority (Ausländerbehörde); the authority obtains the preliminary approval. We prepare everything so that your effort stays small.

    The employer's role
    Initiate the procedure (grant power of attorney) and, as the employer, contribute declarations and documents.
    OFR's role
    Prepare documents, coordinate appointments and guide you through the process.

    Typical duration: The fast-track procedure aims for processing within ≤ 4 months; the subsequent visa procedure is often considerably shorter. These figures are for guidance only, not a commitment.

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed

  7. Step 7: Arrival & integration

    Relocation, dealings with the authorities, settling in at the workplace: we support your new professional until the professional licence to practise is in place and the start within the team has succeeded.

    The employer's role
    Provide the workplace and on-the-job training.
    OFR's role
    Support arrival, dealings with the authorities and integration.

    Typical duration: ongoing support during the first months

    Placeholder, to be confirmed before go-live: to be confirmed
Arrange an initial consultationMore on recognition

The next step

Let us talk about what you need.

In a no-obligation initial consultation we clarify whether and how international recruitment makes sense for your open physiotherapy positions — honestly and without sales pressure.

  1. Send an enquiry
  2. Clarify your needs in an initial consultation
  3. Receive concrete proposals
Arrange an initial consultation

Email c.hirschmann@one-flow.de · WhatsApp +49 174 8541386

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