Skilled worker / EU Blue Card in Germany

Skilled worker / EU Blue Card · Germany visa route

skilled · last reviewed 2026-06 · all Germany routes

For recognised skilled roles such as engineering, IT, and healthcare.

Important notes

• A qualified job offer or employment contract with a German employer for the relevant skilled-worker or EU Blue Card route.
• Recognised or comparable foreign qualification, or the route-specific professional-experience basis where permitted.
• Proof of identity, sufficient means of support, health insurance, and any required professional licence or German mission documents.
• Salary and occupation must meet the current skilled-worker or EU Blue Card rules; check the current threshold before applying.
• This compact route covers multiple German residence titles; the exact title depends on the job, qualification, salary, and recognition result.
• Non-EU applicants generally apply for an entry visa first and then the residence permit, subject to nationality exceptions.

Official source

Official source: Make it in Germany / Federal Government

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Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.