Spain•EuropeEU Blue Card
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 4 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Highly skilled worker visa under EU directive. For non-EU professionals with higher education or 5+ years experience meeting salary thresholds. Allows free movement in EU.
The EU Blue Card is an EU-wide work permit for highly skilled non-EU professionals. It allows work in Spain and free movement throughout EU member states, making it ideal for professionals with international career aspirations.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
39,269 EUR
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
4 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
bachelors or higher
Professional
Experience
5 years of relevant professional experience (3 years for ICT professionals) if no degree is held.+ years
Required Skills
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for employment period
University degree
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Employment contract
With salary of €40,000+ annually
Professional experience
5 years or more in field
OptionalMedical insurance
Coverage in Spain
Accommodation proof
Rental contract or booking
Sponsor Documents
Company authorization
Employer sponsorship letter
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Advantages
- EU-wide work permit
- Free movement in EU
- Fast-track processing
- Pathway to permanent residency (after 2 years)
- Salary threshold €40,000
Considerations
- Requires university degree or 5+ years experience
- Salary minimum €40,000
- Tied to specific employer
- Employment contract required
Application Process
Secure job offer
Job offer meeting salary requirements (€40,000+)
Gather credentials
Prepare education certificates and experience proof
Apply at consulate
Submit application at Spanish embassy
Pay fee
Pay €100 visa fee
Attend interview
Visa interview if requested
Receive card
EU Blue Card issued
Application Forms
EU Blue Card Application
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