The Blue Card Path to Europe
The EU Blue Card is Europe's work-and-residence permit for skilled graduates. Live and work in the EU, bring your family, and build a path to permanent residence. Workium supports the Blue Card across Germany, Austria, Poland and Portugal.
Choose your destination
Check your eligibility in a couple of minutes, no account needed.
Germany
EU Blue Card
Europe’s largest economy and our most proven Blue Card route.
Minimum salary
€45,934/yr
Processing
4–5 months
Best for
Engineering, IT, healthcare & skilled trades
Austria
EU Blue Card
Strong economy and steady demand for skilled specialists.
Minimum salary
€55,678/yr
Processing
4–5 months
Best for
Engineering, healthcare & skilled trades
Poland
EU Blue Card
One of Europe’s fastest growing economies with a booming tech scene.
Minimum salary
PLN 160,264/yr
Processing
4–5 months
Best for
IT, software & business services
Portugal
EU Blue Card
Atlantic-coast living and one of the EU’s most accessible thresholds.
Minimum salary
€21,030/yr
Processing
4–5 months
Best for
Technology, startups & healthcare
Who qualifies
Most skilled graduates who meet these three core conditions can apply for an EU Blue Card.
A recognised degree
A university degree, or an equivalent higher professional qualification, in your field.
A qualified job offer
A binding job offer or contract for a role that matches your qualifications. No offer yet? We help place you.
A qualifying salary
A gross annual salary that meets the destination country’s Blue Card threshold.
What the Blue Card gives you
Up to 4 years, renewable
Live and work in your chosen country for up to four years, with straightforward renewals.
Family included
Bring your spouse and children. Your partner can work too.
Freedom to move
Travel and, after a qualifying period, relocate for work across the EU.
A path to residence
A clear route to permanent residence and, in time, citizenship.
We handle the hard parts
From recognising your degree to landing the offer and filing the paperwork, our specialists carry the load so you can focus on the move.
Degree recognition
We manage the recognition process with the right authority in your destination.
Job placement
No offer yet? We introduce you to employers who are actively hiring.
End-to-end paperwork
Applications, appointments and follow-ups, handled from start to finish.
Not sure which country fits you best?
Book a free eligibility call and one of our advisers will map out your best route into Europe.