Skilled worker / EU Blue Card (Fachkräfte / Blaue Karte EU (§§ 18a, 18b, 18g AufenthG))
Skilled worker / EU Blue Card is a residence route in Germany (Employment). Recognised qualification + job offer; Blue Card 2026 salary ≥ ~€50,700 (shortage/new entrants ~€45,934); settlement after 21–27 months (Blue Card) or 3 yrs (skilled worker). Fees: visa €75 + permit €100 per adult (half for children).
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 47'658. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 14–45%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 410 |
| Income / yr | CHF 47'658 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 2 |
| Citizenship | 5 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Tax | Worldwide 14–45% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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