Can I get citizenship with an EU Blue Card?

No, you cannot get citizenship directly with an EU Blue card; however, if you convert the EU Blue card to a permanent residence, you may be eligible for citizenship. The EU Blue card is issued to highly skilled and talented third-country nationals. With an EU Blue card, individuals can reside and work in the EU state country of their choice for work and residence, leading to a pathway to permanent residence. To qualify for citizenship, an EU Blue card holder must reside in the EU country as a permanent resident. To gain permanent residency rights, individuals must complete at least 2-5 years in the chosen EU member state country.

 

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How do you convert an EU Blue Card to a Residence Permit? 

To be eligible for citizenship with an EU blue card, you must first convert the Blue card to a residence permit. Blue card holders with permanent residence status can eventually apply for citizenship after fulfilling specific criteria.

 

For example, you can apply for a settlement permit if you are an EU Blue card holder in Germany. You must, however, fulfill the below list of criteria to be eligible for a settlement permit in Germany:

 

• Have been involved in qualified employment for a minimum of 27 months
• Have paid for the statutory pension insurance scheme
• Proficiency in German language skills at A1 level (CEFR); the employment requirement for those who exhibit B1 level proficiency can be reduced to 21 months.
• Must clear the “Living in Germany” test
• Must have an accommodation in the country
• Must have sufficient funds to provide for your stay in the country

 

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