The annual update to the EU Blue Card salary thresholds for 2025 was published. Thresholds are indexed to the German statutory pension-insurance contribution ceiling (Beitragsbemessungsgrenze) and rise each year. Applicants should confirm the current figure on BAMF or Make it in Germany before applying; the practical rule of thumb is "regular" ≈ pension ceiling × 50%, "shortage" ≈ × 45.3%.
Non-EU applicants for the EU Blue Card in 2025.
Primary: Make it in Germany (Federal Government) ↗
Corroborating: BAMF — Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge ↗
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