German working visa - criminal record [closed]

I'm a New Zealander looking to obtain a job seeker and then working visa in Germany. I understand I can apply for the jobseeker visa after I arrive in Berlin on a tourist visa.

My issue is that I was recently given a police caution from UK police for having a tiny amount of weed on me in Belfast. Even though its not a conviction, I understand it will show up on a police record check and DBS. I have had no prior cautions or checks. T

Does anyone know if I should have any issues obtaining a German working visa? Hopefully they are only concerned with convictions, and if I do disclose it it shouldn't prevent me from getting a visa? (I know Berlin is liberal with personal possession of weed).

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Can I work in Germany with a criminal record?

Residency in Germany with a Criminal Record A residence permit allows a person to stay in Germany for a longer period of time if they are not a German or European Union citizen. For example if a person aims to come to Germany to study, work or look for a job they will require a form of residence permit.

How long does criminal record last in Germany?

(3) Entries made in accordance with section 11 are removed from the Register after 10 years in the case of proceedings on a less serious criminal offence (Vergehen) and after 20 years in the case of proceedings on a serious criminal offence (Verbrechen).

What is considered a criminal record in Germany?

Strictly speaking, anyone who has been convicted of a criminal offence by a final judgement \u2013 no matter how minor the sentence \u2013 has a criminal record. According to common usage, however, the person who does not have an entry in the certificate of good conduct is not considered to have a criminal record.

What countries can I not go to with a criminal record?

List of Countries You Can't Travel to With a Criminal Record

Argentina.
Australia.
Canada.
China.
Cuba.
India.
Iran.
Israel.

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