Globastaff – International Skilled Worker Recruitment for Germany

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview

Globastaff UG is a German recruitment agency specializing in sourcing, qualifying, and placing international skilled workers into permanent positions at German companies. The company was founded in 2024 by Mehdi Ben Fredj and is headquartered in Cologne (Köln), Germany.

Globastaff addresses Germany's critical skilled labor shortage (Fachkräftemangel) by connecting employers with qualified professionals from the Western Balkans, MENA region, Turkey, the Caucasus, and CIS countries.

Services

1. End-to-End Recruiting — Sourcing, screening, and matching international candidates to German employer requirements
2. Visa & Immigration Management — Handling EU Blue Card, §81a accelerated procedure, Western Balkans regulation (§26 BeschV), Chancenkarte, and standard work visas (§18a/§18b)
3. Credential Recognition (Berufsanerkennung) — Managing the recognition process for foreign professional qualifications in Germany
4. Language Qualification — Coordinating German language training from A1 to B1 level
5. Integration Support — Onboarding assistance, housing guidance, and cultural integration for relocated workers
6. Document Preparation — Translation, apostille, and verification of all required documents

Industries Served

Metal & Welding

DVS-certified welders, locksmiths, metal fabricators. Salary range: €3,200–€4,200/month.

CNC / Machining

CNC operators, machinists, precision mechanics. Salary range: €3,300–€4,500/month.

Logistics

Warehouse workers, forklift operators, logistics coordinators.

Production

Machine operators, production line workers, quality inspectors.

Gastronomy

Chefs, sous chefs, kitchen staff. IHK-recognized qualifications.

Commercial Drivers (C/CE)

Truck drivers with C/CE license, ADR certification, BKrFQG compliance.

Healthcare / Nursing

Planned expansion starting 2027. Nurses and care workers with B1/B2 German.

Source Countries & Languages

Globastaff recruits from 30+ countries across these regions:

• Western Balkans: Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo
• MENA: Tunisia, Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, UAE
• Turkey & Caucasus: Turkey, Azerbaijan
• CIS: Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Belarus
• Latin America: Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru

The platform is available in 14 languages: German, English, French, Arabic, Serbian, Croatian, Albanian, Bosnian, Montenegrin, Macedonian, Spanish, Turkish, Russian, and Azerbaijani.

Visa Routes & Timelines

• Western Balkans Regulation (§26 Abs. 2 BeschV): 4–8 weeks. No qualification recognition required. Available for citizens of Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo.
• Accelerated Skilled Worker Procedure (§81a AufenthG): 3–4 months. Employer-initiated fast-track through the foreigners' authority.
• EU Blue Card: Minimum salary threshold €46,530 (2026). For university-educated professionals.
• Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card): Points-based system for job seekers without a concrete job offer.
• Standard Work Visa (§18a/§18b): 4–6 months. Requires recognized qualification.

Pricing

• For employers: Success-based fee model. No upfront costs. Payment only upon successful placement.
• For candidates: No placement fees. Candidates cover only personal preparation costs (document translations, language courses).

Contact

• Company: Globastaff UG
• Address: Salierring 20-24, 50677 Köln, Germany
• Phone: +49 221 9602 9413
• Email: info@globastaff.de
• Website: www.globastaff.de
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/globastaff
• Founder: Mehdi Ben Fredj

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Globastaff do?

Globastaff is a German recruitment agency that sources, qualifies, and places international skilled workers from the Western Balkans, MENA region, Turkey, and CIS countries into permanent positions at German companies. The service covers end-to-end recruiting including visa management, credential recognition, language training (A1–B1), and integration support.

Which industries does Globastaff serve?

Globastaff serves seven core industries: Metal & Welding (DVS-certified welders, locksmiths), CNC/Machining, Logistics (warehouse, forklift operators), Production (machine operators), Gastronomy (chefs, kitchen staff), Healthcare/Nursing (planned for 2027), and Commercial Drivers (C/CE license, ADR certification).

How long does the recruitment process take?

Timelines vary by visa route: Western Balkans regulation (§26 BeschV) takes 4–8 weeks, the accelerated skilled worker procedure (§81a) takes 3–4 months, and standard recognition routes take 4–6 months.

What does it cost for candidates?

Globastaff charges no placement fees to candidates. Candidates are responsible only for personal preparation costs such as document translations and language courses (A1/A2 level).

What visa routes does Globastaff handle?

Globastaff handles multiple German immigration pathways: EU Blue Card (minimum salary €46,530 in 2026), Accelerated Skilled Worker Procedure (§81a AufenthG), Western Balkans Regulation (§26 Abs. 2 BeschV), Chancenkarte (opportunity card), and standard work visas under §18a/§18b AufenthG.

Where is Globastaff located?

Globastaff is headquartered in Cologne (Köln), Germany at Salierring 20-24, 50677 Köln. Phone: +49 221 9602 9413. Email: info@globastaff.de.