How much do you have to earn to get a blue card in Germany?
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How much do you have to earn to get a blue card in Germany?
To qualify for the Blue Card an applicant must have a university or college degree and an employment contract with a German company that pays a salary of at least €56,800 per year (2021). For certain occupations that suffer from shortages of skilled labor the salary level is €44,304 per year (2021).
How do you get a blue card?
EU Blue Card Eligibility Criteria
- Have a Master’s Degree or equivalent.
- Have at least 5 years of experience in your field.
- Have a work contract or a job offer for highly qualified employment for at least one year.
- Meet the minimum salary threshold in the EU country in which you want to work.
What is the benefit of Blue Card in Germany?
The EU Blue Card enables third-country nationals with an academic degree and a labour contract (or a binding job offer) guaranteeing a certain minimum annual income to live and work in Germany. It promotes the immigration of skilled workers, particu- larly in shortage occcupations.
How does EU Blue Card works?
An EU Blue Card gives highly-qualified workers from outside the EU the right to live and work in an EU country, provided they have higher professional qualifications, such as a university degree, and an employment contract or a binding job offer with a high salary compared to the average in the EU country where the job …
How long can you stay out of Germany with a blue card?
twelve months
Holders of an EU Blue Card may stay outside Germany for up to twelve months without losing entitlement to an EU Blue Card.
Who can apply for an EU blue card in Germany?
Citizens of the USA, Canada, Japan, Australia, Israel, South Korea, and New Zealand can apply for an EU Blue Card in Germany without getting a visa beforehand. In 2021, the minimum salary threshold in Germany is €56,800 per year and €44,304 per year for professions in shortage.
What is the salary threshold for an EU clue card?
The salary threshold is the minimum amount your salary must be to qualify you for an EU Clue Card. It is one and a half times the national average, which means that it changes every year. To be completely sure that you are eligible for an EU Blue Card you can contact the law representatives at Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte.
What are the rights of an EU blue card holder?
Permanent-residency rights. All benefits except for housing, loans and grants are provided to the EU Blue Card holders. EU Blue Card holders are allowed to go back to their home countries or other non-EU states for a maximum of 12 consecutive months without losing the EU Blue Card ownership.
How long does it take to get an EU blue card?
EU Blue Card Application Processing Time The maximum processing time for issuing an EU Blue Card is 90 days. EU Blue Card Validity The standard period for which a Blue Card is valid, is three years.