Construction
For building, civil engineering and finishing work – in the building season or at peak times.
- Construction helpers
- Skilled workers depending on the candidate, e.g. masonry, concrete, drywall
- Site support
Seasonal work
Seasonal workers for construction, cleaning and hotels
For your peak season: we place workers from abroad for up to 8 months through short-term quota employment. You hire directly – we handle the search, pre-selection and organisational support.
- Up to 8 months
- No formal qualification needed
- Direct employment
Sectors we recruit seasonal workers for
Cleaning
For building cleaning, deep and seasonal cleaning and holiday resorts.
- Maintenance cleaning
- Deep cleaning and post-construction cleaning
- Cleaning of holiday flats and hotels
Hotels & restaurants
For the summer and winter season in hotels, restaurants and resorts.
- Housekeeping and room cleaning
- Kitchen help and dishwashers
- Service and breakfast
Legal framework
Short-term quota employment (Section 15d BeschV)
Companies can employ workers from non-EU countries for a limited period – regardless of their professional qualifications and in many sectors. The peak in demand does not have to be seasonal.
The Federal Employment Agency sets an annual quota for this. The employer submits the application – we assist with preparing the documents and appointments.
We assist with administrative processes and the preparation of required documents. We do not provide legal advice; binding decisions are made by the Federal Employment Agency and the German embassy.
- Up to 8 monthswithin 12 months
- 25,000 placesannual quota of the Federal Employment Agency
- Up to 10 workersper company within 12 months
- Min. 30 hrs/weekemployment subject to social insurance
What your company needs
- Collective agreement: a collective wage agreement covering pay for the job applies to your company – pay follows the agreement
- At least 30 hours per week, subject to social insurance
- Covering travel costs there and back
- Direct employment in your company – no temporary agency work
- Accommodation for the season – if you do not provide it, we help with the search
No collective agreement? Then we look at other routes together, for example the Western Balkans Regulation (with a longer lead time) or candidates already living in Germany.
Plan early
The quota is limited and visa appointments take time. Ideally, contact us 3 to 4 months before the season starts.
Request seasonal workersProcess
How your seasonal workers get to you
Tell us your needs & period
Sector, tasks, number of workers, location and season dates.
Search & pre-selection
We search for suitable workers and check experience and documents.
Interview
You meet the candidates – also by video – and make the decision yourself.
Application & visa
You apply for the work permit or prior approval at the Federal Employment Agency; we assist with documents and appointments.
Arrival & season start
Travel, accommodation and registration – we provide organisational support up to the first working day.
Frequently asked questions about seasonal work
How long can seasonal workers work for us?
Up to 8 months within 12 months. For assignments of up to 90 days within 180 days, nationals of visa-exempt countries only need a work permit from the Federal Employment Agency. Longer assignments or visa-required countries need prior approval and a visa.
Do the workers need vocational training?
No. Short-term quota employment is possible regardless of professional qualifications. We clarify industry experience in the pre-selection interview.
Our company has no collective agreement – is it still possible?
A collective agreement is a requirement for this route. Talk to us: we will check together whether another route fits, for example the Western Balkans Regulation or candidates already living in Germany.
How many seasonal workers can we employ?
Through this route, up to 10 people per company within 12 months. The Federal Employment Agency’s annual total quota is limited – early requests have better chances.
Who pays the travel costs?
The employer covers the necessary travel costs there and back. This is required by law.
Can the workers be deployed through a temporary staffing agency?
No. Temporary agency work is excluded for this route. The workers are employed directly by you – as with all our placements.
When should we get in touch?
As early as possible – ideally 3 to 4 months before the season starts. That leaves enough time for selection, application and visa.
Request seasonal workers
Tell us the sector, number of workers, location and season dates. We will reply within 1 working day.
Prefer to talk directly?
+49 152 09511259