Blue Cards
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Mr.B
Jenn Lloyd, Nicole Aellis, Rocky Ramos, Megan Rutch
What it is
Europe’s version of the U.S. green card
It’s a work and residence permit for skilled people
who are not in the European Union.
It provides comprehensive socio-economic rights and
leads to permanent residence in Europe.
It was designed to make Europe more attractive to
professionals from outside the European Union.
Who can Apply
- Highly qualified or skilled workers
- Researchers
- Can be a student or vocational trainees
- Average age 30-40
How to Apply
- Have to be a non-EU citizen and qualified worker
- Need to file an application
- Need a university diploma
- Need to have a job waiting in new country
- Proof of your salary exceeding 1.5 times as host
state
- A written declaration from employer
- A valid travel document
Countries that have a Blue Card
Austria
Lithuania
Belgium
Luxembourg
Bulgaria
Malta
Croatia
Netherlands
Cyprus
Poland
Czech Republic
Portugal
Estonia
Romania
Finland
Slovakia
France
Slovenia
Facts
❏ The European Union ensures a proper salary under the Blue
Card.
❏ Duration of the Blue Card is 2-4 years
❏ Family members may accompany the Blue Card holder and
will receive residence permits in Germany as well.
❏ Initial Blue Card fee: 80 EUR. $89.81 Dollars
❏ The Blue Card is quite a success. In Germany alone, over
35,000 cards have been issued before October 1st 2015.
The US Green Card has been around since the 1920s, it
will take time before the Blue Card enjoys equal global