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Spain · Work visa
EU Blue Card
- Processing
- 4-8 weeks
- Cost
- From €80
- Validity
- Up to 4 years
EU work permit for highly skilled professionals, with mobility rights elsewhere in the EU.
Requirements
- University degree (3+ years study)
- Employment contract for 6+ months
- Minimum salary approx. EUR 40,000+ annually
- Job matching qualifications
Time and cost
- Processing time
- 4-8 weeks
- Validity
- Up to 4 years
- Cost
From €80
Required
- €80 visa fee
- Permit fees also apply.
- Path to residency
- Permanent residence after 5 years
Documents
Passport
Valid passport
Degree certificate
Higher education
Employment contract
Meeting salary threshold
Criminal record
Background check
Tips
- EU mobility rights apply after 12 months
- Family members can work
- Higher salary requirement than HQP