Security for those who care

The “Fair Recruitment Care Germany” seal defines binding standards for the ethical recruitment of nursing professionals from third countries – that is, from outside the EU and the EEA – provided the recruitment is not carried out through the Federal Employment Agency.
Key requirements include: free-of-charge recruitment for candidates, equal treatment with domestic employees, individual support with integration, language training and recognition of qualifications in Germany, and full transparency regarding procedures and points of contact.

Holders of the seal commit to complying with all of these requirements, which are monitored by the responsible quality assurance association. With this seal, Germany also aligns with international norms and standards, such as the WHO Global Code of Practice on the International Recruitment of Health Personnel.
The seal is an official designation of the Federal Republic of Germany and is governed by legal regulations. The seal and the associated certification mark “Fair Recruitment Care Germany” are owned by the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).

The seal is issued by the Kuratorium Deutsche Altershilfe Wilhelmine-Lübke Foundation (KDA) and was developed by the Competence Centre for International Healthcare and Nursing Professionals (DKF), a unit within the KDA.

Objective of the quality seal

Reliable information, transparency, and fairness are essential values in any successful international recruitment process. From recruitment and placement to onboarding and integration, these principles form the foundation of effective cooperation – both for international nursing professionals and for employers.

The requirements of the RAL quality label “Fair Recruitment Care Germany” provide healthcare organizations with a clear framework for developing informed and practice-oriented recruitment strategies based on defined criteria. Implementing these measures demonstrates visible commitment – to the benefit of both sides.