🇩🇪 Germany · Employer-sponsored work
EU Blue Card (Section 18g AufenthG) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €4,225 |
| Minimum annual salary | €50,700 (≈ EUR 50,700 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| University degree | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
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.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €4,225.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Your job in Germany must enable you to earn a gross annual salary of at least €50,700 (as of 2026). If you are employed in a shortage occupation ... lower gross annual salary of at least €45,934.20”
“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. The job must match your qualification (academic degree).”
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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.