Definition
The EU Blue Card is a work-and-residence permit for qualified non-EU workers, with salary and qualification thresholds set by the member state.
面向非欧盟高技能人才的欧盟工作/居留许可，薪资和学历门槛由各成员国设定。
Why it matters
It is a hard gate for non-EU candidates, and the employer usually has to drive the application.
Example
A German Blue Card requires a recognized qualification and a salary above the annual threshold.
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Last updated 2026-11-10. This is an editorial definition, not legal or tax advice.