🇩🇪 Germany · Employer-sponsored work
EU Blue Card — IT Specialist without Formal Qualification (§18g AufenthG) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,828 |
| Minimum annual salary | €45,934 (≈ EUR 45,934 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–32 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €75 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 48 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/types/eu-blue-card.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,828.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Do you want to work in Germany as an IT professional or manager without a formal qualification?... Your job in Germany must enable you to earn a gross annual salary of at least EUR45,934.20 (as of 2026).”
“You already have a specific job offer from a company in Germany. The job offer must meet the following conditions: The period of employment must be at least six months. ... An exceptional case are IT specialists without formal qualifications ... You must have worked in IT for at least three of the past seven years.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.