What the German level on a listing means
- No German needed: the posting says German is not required.
- German a plus: the posting treats German as an advantage, not a requirement.
- Basic: the posting asks for basic German, or a level from A1 to A2.
- Conversational: the posting asks for B1 to B2, or good German.
- Fluent: the posting asks for C1 or above, or for fluent or strong German.
- German required: the posting needs German but gives no level.
- Not stated: we found no statement about German.
Software reads each posting, so a requirement can be missed or misread. Check the full posting before you apply.
What a posting in English does not tell you
We list postings written in English. That does not prove English is the working language, or that the team will not expect German later. Ask the employer.