EU Blue Card Germany: Requirements & Application Assistance

EU Blue Card Support

End-to-end support for your EU Blue Card application in Germany under §18g AufenthG. To qualify, you need a job offer from a German employer, a recognized degree (or relevant professional experience), and a salary above the required threshold. We handle your documents, review your contract, ensure your salary meets the requirements, and guide you through every step of the process.

EU Blue Card Germany: Who Qualifies?

Salary above the threshold

EU Blue Card Germany salary threshold 2026: from €50,700/year (or €45,934 for shortage occupations, including IT).

Job offer from a German employer

You have a valid employment contract with a German employer — this is the primary requirement to qualify for the EU Blue Card in Germany.

Recognised qualifications

A recognized university degree or relevant professional experience (for IT specialists under §18g AufenthG).

A fast track to permanent residence

The EU Blue Card puts you on the fast track to permanent residence — in as little as 21 months with B1 German, or 27 months without.

What affects your EU Blue Card approval?

Approval is never guaranteed. Every application is reviewed in detail — what matters is not just having a contract, but how well your documents support your case.

How your contract is written

The language in your contract needs to clearly show that the role matches your qualifications — otherwise the immigration office may not recognize it.

Proper qualification recognition

Your degree needs to be recognized through the Anabin database. If it isn't listed, there are alternative recognition paths we can help you navigate.

Salary level

Your salary must meet the 2026 EU Blue Card thresholds — and in some cases, regional benchmarks apply too.

Role aligned with your qualifications

The immigration office checks that the job you've been offered actually lines up with your degree or verified work experience.

What you get with our EU Blue Card Germany assistance

Getting your EU Blue Card right takes careful preparation. We take care of the entire process — from reviewing your contract and documents to preparing your professional biography.

Case Analysis & Individual Strategy

✓Eligibility check under §18g AufenthG

✓A tailored application strategy built around your case

✓Issues with your offer or documents flagged early — with clear advice on how to fix them

✓Salary verified against 2026 EU Blue Card thresholds

Preparing the Full Document Package

✓A personalized document checklist created for your case

✓CV and professional biography prepared in German

✓Employment contract reviewed and optimized

✓All supporting documents prepared

✓Package tailored to your specific consulate

Qualification Recognition

✓Degree verified via the Anabin database

✓Supporting recognition documents prepared

For IT specialists without a degree:

✓Proof of relevant professional experience compiled

✓Evidence structured to meet immigration office requirements

✓Clear demonstration of how your role aligns with your background

Support Until You Receive Your Residence Permit (eAT)

✓Documents for the immigration office (Ausländerbehörde) prepared

✓Appointment booked on your behalf

✓Authority communication handled for you

✓Full support until your EU Blue Card residence permit arrives

Why apply for the EU Blue Card Germany with professional support?

Applying for an EU Blue Card involves strict legal requirements — and the details really do matter. Here’s what it looks like doing it on your own versus having us in your corner.

On your own	With Transparent Hiring
The requirements are tricky and it’s easy to miss something important	Our team knows every current requirement inside and out
You spend weeks researching and chasing documents	You focus on your move — we take care of everything else
One mistake can get your application refused	Every document is reviewed before submission — hundreds of cases handled means very few surprises

Relocation process

Basic Plan

You submit a relocation request on the website

We review your case and determine the cost of our services

1st consulting session - briefing

We walk you through the document requirements, help you choose the right consulate, and agree on the next steps. We also help you create a profile on the consulate’s online platform

Document preparation

Some of the documents you prepare and fill out on your own according to our instructions. We are constantly in touch and are ready to give feedback from our side as soon as the documents are ready from your side. Some of the documents we prepare ourselves.

2nd consulting session

we review your complete document package before submission and make sure everything is filled out correctly. Then we submit your visa application together via the consulate’s online platform

Consulate appointment

You receive an invitation for your in-person appointment. We guide you on which documents to bring and what to expect during the interview

Advanced and Full Support Plans

3rd consulting session

We provide all the information you need when you come to Germany in advance, because you need to start the process of finding a place to live in advance. We provide resources for finding accommodation and templates for letters to landlords. But you do all of the steps yourself. We advise you on everything.

Visa approval and relocation to Germany

You get a visa and are ready to move to Germany.

Support after relocation

We answer all questions during this process and if there are any difficulties.

Searching for long-term accommodation

We look for suitable long-term accommodation, including selecting suitable options, communicating with landlords, arranging visits, preparing documents, checking the rental agreement.

Visa conversion to residence permit

After your first months in Germany on a national visa, you are required to obtain a residence permit (eAT) card. We help you gather the necessary documents, fill in the forms, and book a slot at the office.

What's included

We prepare and review all your documents, taking into account the specific requirements of the consulate where you apply
We provide all required letter templates in German for the visa application process
We help write, review, and refine your CV in German
We arrange statutory health insurance in Germany
We help you avoid unnecessary expenses on the ground
We provide a housing search assistance document — so you do not need to rent a flat in advance when submitting your consulate application
German invoice provided — eligible for up to 42% tax deduction when filing your return

Full Support Until You Get Your Visa
We handle any additional requests or questions from the consulate on your behalf

EU Blue Card Germany Service Packages

We help qualified professionals who already have a job offer in Germany — and their family members — relocate on a work visa.

Basic Plan

^€990

Visa support

Your personal visa specialist
Diploma verification in the Anabin system and preparation of extracts for visa application
2 visa application process consultations
Filling out the visa application form
Creating your personal profile in German
Arranging health insurance
Assisting the employer fill out document
Gathering the complete set of documents
Handling communication with the consulate

Advanced Plan

^€1390

Visa support

Your personal visa specialist
Diploma verification in the Anabin system and preparation of extracts for visa application
2 visa application process consultations
Filling out the visa application form
Creating your personal profile in German
Arranging health insurance
Assisting the employer fill out document
Gathering the complete set of documents
Handling communication with the consulate

First steps after relocation

Additional video consultation on the first steps after arriving in Germany
Adaptation guide

Full Support Plan

^€2490

Visa support

Your personal visa specialist
Diploma verification in the Anabin system and preparation of extracts for visa application
2 visa application process consultations
Filling out the visa application form
Creating your personal profile in German
Arranging health insurance
Assisting the employer fill out document
Gathering the complete set of documents
Handling communication with the consulate

First steps after relocation

Additional video consultation on the first steps after arriving in Germany
Adaptation guide

Residence permit application

Preparing and submitting documents to the immigration office
Booking an appointment
Handling communication with the authorities

Short-term housing search

A video consultation on finding short-term accommodation
Providing a guide
Support with the first registration in Germany

Long-term housing search

Housing search based on your criteria
Sending rental applications
Communicating with landlords and arranging the viewings
Gathering necessary documents
Checking the lease agreement

Additional fee for a spouse: €250; for a child under 18: €150.
Notarized translations of documents into German, apostille, and the consular fee for the visa application are not included in the price and are paid separately.

What our clients say

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   Алексей Бикинеев 
 26 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. TH team is super professional. I had been subscribed to the company channel for several years before I requested assistance. I was sure that everything should go right and it is. Many thanks for great work, professional attitude and kind words.
  
 
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   Ivan Pochepko 
 25 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended for finding a job in Germany! I am very grateful to the Transparent Hiring team for helping me find a job and move to Germany. It was a long and challenging journey, but they made it possible. Special thanks to Kristina and Ksenia, who did a great job revamping my CV, improving my LinkedIn profile, and helping with job applications. I also want to thank Aneta for the effective interview coaching and Viktoria for her essential help with the Chancenkarte (I got it much faster than expected!). The communication was always transparent (pun intended!), clear, and professional. They were by my side at every step of the hiring process. As a result of our teamwork, I successfully found a new role and relocated to Germany. I highly recommend Transparent Hiring to anyone looking for a career start here!
  
 
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   Aleksei Marchenko 
 25 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Whether or not to use professional help for your job search and relocation is entirely up to you. It’s always a choice of what you'd rather save: your time and nerves, or your money. If you choose the first option, I highly recommend Transparent Hiring. In my case, I was lucky enough to save both. I only purchased a consultation for my resume and LinkedIn profile. Several invitations as a resut. It might not sound like a lot, but mathematically, it’s infinitely more than zero. :) I politely declined those offers because, by that time, I had already found a "match" with a company that was actually a client of Transparent Hiring. The team helped me to adapt my resume, prepare for interviews, and "sell" my skills. Regarding relocation, their advice was actually better than what I received from the employer's specialists. While I can’t personally vouch for their full application and outreach service since I didn't need it, I suspect they handle that just as professionally as everything else.
  
 
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   Ekaterina Kolesnikova 
 25 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm writing this review after some time has passed and I believe that makes it even more valuable. Because it's based not just on the emotions of receiving an offer, but on the real experience of relocating, working, and living in Germany. Inessa and the Transparent Hiring team helped me make my dream come true. When I got my first rejection, I was ready to give up. But Inessa didn't give up on me, she insisted that my resume be sent to another department in the company. And it was a match! Within just one week I received an offer. It was thanks to the professionalism and persistence of Inessa that I ended up in Germany. I worked at an amazing company on a product used by almost the entire country. So TH don't just send out resumes - they truly fight for their candidates and believe in you even when you're ready to give up. Simply thank you ❤️
  
 
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   Alexandr Semenov 
 24 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Очень благодарен TH за помощь в переезде. Помогали на всех этапах — от собеседования и общения с работодателем, до помощи с документами (подача на blue card не из страны гражданства) и организицией переезда. Очень впечатлил личный подход и поддержка на всех этапах.
  
 
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 24 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Хочу поблагодарить команду Transparent Hiring и лично Инессу за отличную поддержку на всем пути моего трудоустройства в Германии. Они сопровождали меня с самого первого собеседования и до момента переезда: помогали на всех этапах, всегда были на связи, подсказывали по визовым вопросам и даже поддерживали в поиске жилья. Благодаря этому весь процесс прошел намного спокойнее и проще, чем я ожидал. Было очень приятно чувствовать, что рядом есть команда, которая действительно вовлечена и хочет помочь. У меня остались только положительные впечатления, и я с уверенностью могу рекомендовать TH.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Давно сотрудничаю с TH. Полный спектр помощи от начала карьеры до поиска стабильного жилья. Я очень доволен. Но самое главное, что со временем вы становитесь частью сообщества, которое поможет вам закрепиться в Германии
  
 
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   Maksim Gurov 
 24 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Big thank you for Transparent Hiring team and for Inessa!) They are very professional, passionate people who are trying to help in each and every case - making a journey of moving and finding new job very easy and non stressful. Every detail, every document and every doubt you have - they will care about it all and will help you!
  
 
  
  
 
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Why relocate with Transparent Hiring?

Our clients refer us to their friends because we deliver — EU Blue Card applications handled successfully, relocations completed on time, and everything coordinated under one roof.

Professionalism

15 years living and working in Germany. We know exactly where things can go wrong — and how to avoid it. We operate to a strict code of ethics and always follow through on what we promise.

Years of experience

We've helped professionals relocate to Munich, Berlin, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, and beyond — handling everything from visa paperwork to getting settled in a new city.

End-to-end relocation

We support you at every stage: document collection and visa application, getting settled after your move, short-term and long-term housing search. We're always responsive and available when you need us.

Personalised approach

No two relocations are the same. We adapt our support to your specific situation so everything moves as smoothly as possible.

FAQ — EU Blue Card Germany

Can I bring my family with the EU Blue Card Germany?

Yes. The EU Blue Card includes the right to bring your family. Your spouse gets full work authorization — no additional permits needed.

What salary is required for the EU Blue Card Germany in 2026?

In 2026, the following annual gross salary thresholds apply for the EU Blue Card Germany:

General threshold: €50,700 per year
Shortage occupations (IT, engineers, mathematicians, doctors): €45,934 per year
Recent graduates (degree obtained within the last 3 years): €45,934 per year
IT specialists qualified by experience (no degree, minimum 3 years of experience): €45,934 per year

Can I get the EU Blue Card Germany without a degree?

Yes, for IT specialists with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience. In this case, §18g AufenthG applies (IT professionals qualified by experience). What really matters is having your experience well-documented and making a clear case for how it fits the role.

How long does the EU Blue Card Germany application take?

It depends on where you’re applying from and which German city is involved. Typically, the process takes anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months.

How soon can I get permanent residence with the EU Blue Card Germany?

After 21 months of employment in Germany with at least B1 German, or 27 months without the language requirement — under §18c Abs. 2 AufenthG.

Can I change jobs with the EU Blue Card Germany?

It depends on how your EU Blue Card was granted.
EU Blue Card based on a degree:

During the first 12 months, you must notify the Ausländerbehörde when changing jobs, but you can start the new role immediately without waiting for approval.
After 12 months, no notification is required.

EU Blue Card based on professional experience:

During the first 12 months, you must notify the Ausländerbehörde and wait for approval before changing jobs.
After 12 months, no notification is required.