In December 2022, India and Germany signed the Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement (MMPA)—a landmark step aimed at creating smoother pathways for Indian students, researchers, skilled professionals, and trainees to study, work, and live in Germany.
The agreement officially came into effect in March 2023 and introduced several key measures:
- Establishment of an Academic Evaluation Centre in New Delhi to streamline the validation process for German university applications.
- Extended residence permits (up to 18 months) for international students in Germany, paired with more flexible, multiple-entry short-stay visas.
- 3,000 annual German Job Seeker Visas reserved exclusively for Indians seeking career opportunities in Germany.
- Formation of a Joint Working Group to refine, expand, and sustain Indo-German mobility and cooperation.
Beyond these formal provisions, the MMPA also encourages the structured movement of apprentices, volunteers, interns, language learners, and young professionals. It further strengthens ethical recruitment and vocational training in high-demand sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and engineering.
How Frehindi Is Responding
At Le Frehindi, we see this agreement not merely as a policy milestone but as an opening for real, tangible opportunities for Indian youth. While our expertise has long been in connecting India and France through language learning and cultural exchange programs, the MMPA now enables us to expand our scope across Europe—especially into Germany.
Here’s how we’re positioning ourselves:
German Language Training at Indian Universities
Through our International Lounges, we will help students achieve B1 proficiency in German right on their university campuses in India. This model—already highly successful with French—will now prepare students for both academic study in Germany and vocational pathways.
Hybrid Language Packages
For students seeking European career opportunities, Frehindi is curating hybrid programs that combine French as a cultural bridge with German as a functional access tool. This dual-language strategy prepares students for mobility across multiple European countries.
Visa-Ready Preparation
By collaborating with institutions like the Academic Evaluation Centre, we aim to serve as a language bridge and mentor for visa-ready candidates. Our focus will be on practical German, aligned with the professional fields Germany is actively recruiting in—such as STEM, healthcare, and skilled trades.
Future Projects in Mobility
Frehindi is also exploring partnerships for apprenticeships, internships, and volunteering exchanges in Germany, complementing our strong Indo-French exchange ecosystem and extending opportunities across Europe.
Why This Matters
Germany is rapidly becoming one of the top destinations for Indian students. With world-class universities, career-focused vocational training, and a welcoming immigration framework, the country offers unmatched opportunities.
However, while the MMPA reduces bureaucratic hurdles, it also raises the bar on language skills and cultural adaptability. At Le Frehindi, our expertise in building bridges between European and Indian youth now extends to Germany—helping students not just to arrive, but to study in Germany, find jobs, and truly thrive.
📩 Want to know more?
For details on upcoming programs, or to explore how your university can host an International Lounge, write to us at team@lefrehindi.com.
