University Degree
Recognised bachelor's degree or higher (or equivalent). Must be recognized in Germany.
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EU Blue Card
Fast-track to work and residence in the EU.
The EU Blue Card is Germany's premium work visa for highly skilled professionals. It offers fast-track permanent residency — 21 months with B1 German or 33 months with A1. It also allows mobility across EU member states.
4-8
Weeks processing
21
Months to PR (B1)
94%
Success rate
Eligibility
Do you qualify?
Key requirements to apply for this program.
Job Offer
Job offer from a German employer with salary above the Blue Card threshold.
Salary Threshold
€43,759 (2024) for most jobs; €39,682 for shortage occupations (IT, engineering, healthcare).
German/English
No mandatory German for Blue Card, but A1 helps for everyday life.
Health Insurance
Public or private health insurance required.
Passport
Valid passport with at least 3 months validity beyond stay.
Documents
What you'll
What you'll
need to submit.
We prepare a personalized document checklist after your first consultation based on your exact profile.
- Passport
- Recognised university degree
- Employment contract / job offer
- Declaration of employment (Erklärung zum Beschäftigungsverhältnis)
- Health insurance proof
- Proof of accommodation
- Biometric photos
- Anabin / ZAB qualification recognition
Process
Your step-by-step
Your step-by-step
journey.
01
Degree Recognition
Get degree recognized via anabin or ZAB.
2-8 weeks
02
Job Offer
Secure a job offer with salary above the threshold.
Varies
03
Visa Appointment
Book appointment at German embassy in India.
1-4 weeks
04
Visa Grant
Receive 4-year Blue Card visa.
4-8 weeks
05
Landing in Germany
Register residence, apply for Blue Card.
Immediate
Fees
What it costs.
Transparent breakdown. No hidden charges.
Visa fee
€75
Recognition (ZAB)
€200
Health insurance
€200-400 per month
Anmeldung (registration)
Free
Questions
Common questions.
Not for Blue Card approval, but B1 German earns you PR in 21 months instead of 33.
Yes. Spouse and children get residence permits. Spouses have full work rights immediately.
Yes, after 12 months you have full mobility. Within 12 months, requires approval from the immigration office.
Start your journey
Book your free
Book your free
consultation.
30 minutes with a licensed consultant. No obligation. No cost.