What is an EU Blue Card?

An EU Blue card is a type of residence and work permit issued by the EU member states. The blue card is issued to highly skilled or talented non-EU/EEA nationals to enter and work in the EU country. With an EU Blue card, individuals can enter and reside in the country throughout the validity period with a re-entry option. EU Blue card holders can exercise benefits similar to those of EU country nationals and have their families accompany them. Individuals with a Blue card can also move to another EU member state after completing 18 months of full-time employment in a country. The cost and processing time may vary depending on the country you are applying for.

 

*Want to apply for an EU Blue card? Sign up with Y-Axis to help you with the process.

 

Who can apply for an EU Blue card?

To apply for an EU Blue card, you must fulfill the following criteria:

 

• Be a non-EU citizen
• Have completed a three-year degree program
• Have professional experience of at least five years
• Maintain the minimum salary requirement as per the EU country you would like to work in
• Have evidence of fulfilling the national legal requirements (regulated professions)   

 

*Looking to work abroad? Get in touch with experts at Y-Axis for end-to-end support.

 

EU Blue Card Requirements

You must arrange the checklist of documents given below to apply for an EU Blue card:

 

• An application form that is filled and signed by you
• Passport with at least 15 additional months of validity past your planned date to leave the EU country
• Two copies of color photographs
• Contract of employment with an employer in the EU country you wish to work in
• Evidence of work experience of five years
• An up-to-date CV
• Proof of the completion of fee payment
• A registered medical insurance
• Evidence to prove that your current salary is at least 1.5 to 2.5 times more than in the hosting country
• Criminal clearance certificate
• A Declaration written by the EU employer

 

*Are you looking for step-by-step assistance with Overseas Immigration? Contact Y-Axis, the world’s No. 1 overseas immigration consultancy, for end-to-end assistance!