{"id":4316,"date":"2025-04-24T14:00:24","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T14:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jig.world\/?p=4316"},"modified":"2025-04-24T13:08:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T13:08:41","slug":"blaukarte-eu-vs-regulaere-arbeitserlaubnis-was-sind-die-unterschiede","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/jig.world\/en\/blaukarte-eu-vs-regulaere-arbeitserlaubnis-was-sind-die-unterschiede\/","title":{"rendered":"EU Blue Card vs. regular work permit - what are the differences?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you want to come to Germany (or another EU country) as a skilled worker from abroad, you may have already heard about the \"EU Blue Card\"<\/b><\/span> belongs.<\/p>\n

But what exactly is it? And how does it differ from a normal work permit<\/b><\/span>?<\/p>\n

What is the EU Blue Card?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>EU Blue Card<\/b> is a special residence permit for <\/span>Highly qualified specialists from non-EU countries<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

It allows you to work and live in the EU - under certain conditions. It was introduced to make it easier for qualified people to access the European labor market.<\/p>\n

Advantages of the Blue Card:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

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    Quick access to the labor market<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Easier family reunification<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Shorter path to a settlement permit (permanent right of residence)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    in some cases: Change to other EU countries possible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Requirements for the Blue Card (Germany):<\/b><\/h3>\n

    To get them, you need:<\/p>\n

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      a completed university degree<\/b><\/span> (or an equivalent qualification)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      an employment contract<\/b> in Germany<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      a Minimum salary<\/b><\/span> (2025: approx. 45,300 \u20ac gross per year<\/b><\/span> - can also be lower for shortage occupations)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      No approval from the employment agency<\/b><\/span>if all requirements are met<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      And what is a \"normal\" work permit?<\/b><\/h3>\n

      The regular work permit (i.e. the residence permit for the purpose of employment) is something more flexible<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n

      It is intended for people who, for example no university degree<\/b><\/span> but still have a recognized Vocational training<\/b><\/span> or qualification.<\/p>\n

      Typical requirements:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

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        Job offer in Germany<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Qualifications that match the job<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Sometimes: Approval of the Federal Employment Agency<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        No fixed salary limit as with the Blue Card<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        This permit is also often used for <\/span>Nurses, tradespeople or IT specialists without a university degree<\/b> used.<\/span><\/p>\n

        So what is the difference\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Point<\/td>\n\u00a0EU Blue Card<\/td>\n\u00a0Regular work permit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        \u00a0Target group<\/td>\n\u00a0Academics<\/td>\n\u00a0Even specialists without a degree<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        \u00a0Minimum salary<\/td>\nYes ( relatively high )<\/td>\n\u00a0No ( depending on industry)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        \u00a0Approval of the employment agency<\/td>\nUsually not necessary<\/td>\n\u00a0Often required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        \u00a0Permanent residence<\/td>\n\u00a0faster possible (after 33 months or even 21)<\/td>\n\u00a0usually takes longer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        \u00a0Flexibility<\/td>\n\u00a0mostly limited to certain jobs<\/td>\n\u00a0somewhat more flexible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

        Which option is better?<\/b><\/h3>\n

        That depends on your <\/span>Profession, degree and salary<\/b> to:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          If you are an academic and earn good money<\/b><\/span>is the EU Blue Card<\/b><\/span> often the quickest and easiest way.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          If you have a recognized vocational training<\/b><\/span>but no studies, is the regular work permit<\/b><\/span> probably the right choice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Incidentally, both paths can lead to a permanent residence in Germany<\/b><\/span> you just have to fulfill the requirements.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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