Everything you need to know about seasonal work in Germany, registration and payment at a glance.
Jobseekers
The statutory minimum wage of currently €12.82 per hour (as of 2025) applies to seasonal work in Germany; current information on this can be found on the website of the BMAS.
No, EU citizens do not need a work permit for seasonal work in Germany, as the free movement of labour applies within the EU.
A company is not obliged to provide accommodation, but many employers in seasonal work in Germany offer accommodation for a fee or free of charge.
A fixed-term employment contract for seasonal work in Germany may last a maximum of 8 months within a calendar year. Details for companies can be found on our Employer side.
Interested parties should apply directly via the job advert in our Job exchange and contact the employer by e-mail or telephone.
Employer
Employers receive the invoice by e-mail directly after booking an annual membership for seasonal work in Germany.
Once payment has been received, the advert for seasonal work in Germany is usually activated immediately.
Employers can publish any number of adverts for seasonal work in Germany within the booked term.
Yes, a membership with Saisonarbeit in Deutschland can be cancelled in writing at any time; there are no further costs after the paid term has expired.
General information
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Short-term seasonal work in Germany for up to 70 working days is generally exempt from social security contributions; longer employment is subject to contributions. You can find official information at the German Pension Insurance.
In the case of seasonal work in Germany, taxation depends on the type of employment: short-term jobs are usually tax-free, longer employment is taxed according to tax class.
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