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What is the EU Blue Card?
The EU Blue Card is a work and residence permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals who wish to live and work in the European Union. It allows skilled workers with a university degree to move to one of 25 EU countries under simplified immigration rules. BlueCardJobs.com helps you find the right job opportunities and guides you through the requirements in each country.
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Discover the requirements for each country. The EU Blue Card is available in 25 EU countries. Explore immigration rules, minimum salary thresholds, job sectors in demand, and how to apply in each country.
Benefits of the EU Blue Card
* Access to high-quality jobs in Europe
* Family reunification under favorable conditions
* Pathway to long-term residency and EU permanent residence
* Opportunity to move within the EU after 12 months
Who Is Eligible?
To apply for the EU Blue Card, you must:
- Hold a valid work contract or job offer in an EU country
- Have a recognized university degree or equivalent qualification
- Receive a salary above a certain threshold (varies by country)
- Work in a profession that requires high skills
Application Process Overview
- Find a job with an employer in the EU
- Secure a work contract that meets the salary requirements
- Apply for the EU Blue Card at the respective embassy or immigration office
- Receive your permit and start your career in Europe
25 Countries Offer the EU Blue Card
The EU Blue Card is currently available in the following countries:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.