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What is the EU Blue Card?
In short
The EU Blue Card is a residence title for certain highly qualified employees from third countries.
Who is behind it?
An EU-wide residence title, regulated in Germany under skilled-immigration law. Official information: Make it in Germany.
Important / context
Requirements concern qualification, job offer and annually adjusted salary thresholds. Thresholds are maintained centrally, never hard-coded in several places.
What does this mean for employers?
Requirements concern qualification, job offer and annually adjusted salary thresholds – always check the current thresholds.
What does this mean for professionals?
A residence title for certain highly qualified employees from third countries; whether it fits depends on qualification, job offer and salary.
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