GermanyEU Blue Card
Germany sets 2026 EU Blue Card salary at €50,700
In effect since January 2026Sources checked 28 Oct 2026
The minimum gross salary for a German EU Blue Card is €50,700 a year for 2026. The reduced threshold under section 18g(1) sentence 2 and 18g(2) of the Residence Act is €45,934.20 a year.
Who it affects
Skilled workers applying for a German EU Blue Card in 2026
What the official source says
“Daraus ergibt sich ein Mindestbruttogehalt für das Jahr 2026 in Höhe von jährlich 50 700 Euro.”
“Daraus ergibt sich ein Mindestbruttogehalt für das Jahr 2026 in Höhe von jährlich 45 934,20 Euro.”
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