From the Fergana Valley to Bitterfeld: Saidislombek's path to Germany
When Saidislombek walks through the corridors of the Bitterfeld/Wolfen health center today, it is hard to believe that he found his way to Germany all by himself. The 23-year-old comes from Fergana in Uzbekistan and is now in his third year of training as a nursing specialist.
"I organized a lot of things myself - without an agency, almost without any support," he says. "A colleague only helped me translate my documents. Everything would have been much easier with a platform like linqado."
💬 Motivation and first steps
After four semesters studying English, Saidislombek was looking for a new challenge. "I didn't finish my degree because I wanted to do something practical," he says. He spent a year learning German before coming to Germany to start training in nursing.
The idea arose from the desire to "help people and learn something new at the same time".
He informed himself about recognition, visas and applications - all online via forums and videos.
"I spent months researching, filling out forms and translating applications. It was complicated because every authority wanted something different."
🇩🇪 Language as the key to integration
Saidislombek learned German through self-study. "I watched movies, wrote down words, spoke out loud a lot. I knew how to learn." His commitment paid off: After just a short time, he was able to communicate in everyday life and understood the technical language used in nursing training.
Today, he even helps other trainees to learn. "You have to have the confidence to speak. Even if you make mistakes - that's the only way to learn."
🏠 Arriving in Germany - hurdles and opportunities
The first few months were not easy. The apartment had no kitchen, many processes were new, and sometimes he felt alone. "I didn't have anyone I could ask if I had a problem - for example, when visiting the doctor or dealing with the authorities. Fortunately, our central practice supervisor helped me a lot back then."
Despite all the hurdles, Saidislombek persevered. "There were days when I wanted to stop everything. But then I said to myself: I've already come this far, I'll keep going."
💡 Tips for future applicants
His most important recommendation to other interested parties:
"For the first six months, you should only concentrate on language and training. No part-time job, just learn and understand."
He also advises dealing with everyday issues early on - bank account, insurance, bus tickets, doctor's appointments. "It sounds trivial, but it saves a lot of stress later on."
❤️ Integration that stays
Saidislombek now feels at home in Bitterfeld. He has made friends, is involved with other trainees and is already thinking about his future. After his apprenticeship, he would like to continue learning - perhaps study or teach himself.
"Germany has given me many opportunities," he says. "I want to give something back - by helping others to go their own way."
🤝 Conclusion
Saidislombek's path shows what is possible with determination, patience and courage. But no one should have to walk this path alone.
This is exactly where linqado comes in: We accompany applicants and employers through every step - from application, recognition and visa to onboarding and integration.
linqado creates clarity where there would otherwise be uncertainty and connects people who would otherwise never have found each other.
This turns a bureaucratic challenge into a predictable, human and successful journey - for both sides.
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