Applying for authorization to temporarily practice the veterinary profession for veterinarians from EU member states
Source: Zuständigkeitsfinder Schleswig-Holstein (Linie6Plus)
Service Description
Would you like to work in Germany for a limited period as a veterinarian with a professional qualification from the European Union, Switzerland and the European Economic Area? Then you need a permit for this
The profession of veterinarian is regulated in Germany.
This means that you can work as a veterinarian in Germany without restriction if you have a license to practice.
If you have completed training as a veterinarian in the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, but do not have a license to practice medicine and only wish to practice the veterinary profession for a limited period of time, you only need a permit.
The permit entitles you to use the professional title "veterinarian".
The permit can be restricted to certain activities and employment positions.
It may only be issued or extended on a revocable basis and only up to a maximum total duration of 4 years of veterinary activity.
Teaser
Would you like to work in Germany for a limited period as a veterinarian with a professional qualification from the European Union, Switzerland and the European Economic Area? Then you need a permit for this
Process flow
- You submit a written application to the competent authority of the federal state in which the veterinary profession is to be practiced.
- The competent authority will decide on the license after examining your documents.
Who should I contact?
Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Areas, Europe and Consumer Protection of the State of Schleswig-Holstein
In Schleswig-Holstein, this is the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Areas, Europe and Consumer Protection (MLLEV).
Requirements
- You must have completed training for the veterinary profession.
- You would like to work as a veterinarian in Germany for a limited period of time.
- You are reliable to work as a veterinarian and have no criminal record relevant to your profession.
- You are medically fit to work as a veterinarian.
- You have the German language skills required for the job.
- You have an employment contract for work as a veterinarian
Which documents are required?
- Application for a permit to temporarily exercise the veterinary profession
- Proof of identity (identity card or passport)
- If applicable, birth certificate or marriage certificate if the name in the documents differs from the current name
- Professional qualification (veterinary diploma, examination certificate or other proof of veterinary qualification/training)
- Proof of the content and duration of your training (e.g. diploma supplement, transcript of records)
- Handwritten and signed curriculum vitae in tabular form with a focus on previous professional training and activities
- Employment contract
- Proof of your personal suitability: Criminal record extract from the country of origin or official certificate of good conduct for submission to an authority. This certificate must not be older than 1 month at the time of application.
- Proof of your health suitability: Medical certificate. This certificate must not be older than 1 month at the time of application.
- If applicable, proof of the language skills required to practise the veterinary profession
Note: You must enclose a German translation of documents in a foreign language. The translation must be carried out by an officially sworn translator.
What are the fees?
Administration fee: 117,00 - 400,00 EURPayment in advance: noThe costs generally depend on the time and effort required for processing. Additional costs may also be incurred (e.g. for translations or notarizations). These costs vary from case to case.
Administration fee: 117,00 - 400,00 EURPayment in advance: noThe costs generally depend on the time and effort required for processing. Additional costs may also be incurred (e.g. for translations or notarizations). These costs vary from case to case.
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
The application must be submitted before you start working as a veterinarian.
Period of validity: 4 YearsThe application for a temporary professional license must be submitted before practicing the veterinary profession and is valid for a maximum of 4 years.
Period of validity: 4 YearsThe application for a temporary professional license must be submitted before practicing the veterinary profession and is valid for a maximum of 4 years.
Processing duration
Processing time: 4 - 6 WeeksThe processing period with final issuance of the temporary professional license is approximately 4-6 weeks from the date on which the application documents are complete.
Processing time: 4 - 6 WeeksThe processing period with final issuance of the temporary professional license is approximately 4-6 weeks from the date on which the application documents are complete.
Legal basis
Appeal
Action before the administrative court
What else should I know?
Acting as a veterinarian before obtaining a temporary license to practice as a veterinarian can lead to criminal prosecution.
Further information can also be found on the website of the state government of Schleswig-Holstein.
Author
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