Arbeitsvisum / Blaue Karte EU

Work visa / EU Blue Card

Helpful when…

You have a job offer in Germany and need help with the visa or residence application.

Work and residenceUpdated 25 September 2026Read the legal sources

What it is

Legal help with moving to Germany for work or changing to a work-based residence title. A lawyer checks the route against your job, qualifications and circumstances. The Blaue Karte EU is one route for qualifying employment. [1]

How a lawyer can help

  1. Check the job and your background.

    Share your offer, qualifications, work history and current immigration status.

  2. Identify the route.

    The lawyer assesses whether the EU Blue Card or another work route fits and explains the relevant requirements.

  3. Prepare the agreed application.

    The practice helps with the visa or residence steps you instruct it to handle and clarifies any role for your employer.

A helpful starting point

Your job offer or contract, qualifications and current immigration status.

Common questions

Which work route fits my job?

The lawyer looks at your qualifications, job offer, salary and current residence position to identify a suitable route.

What should I bring?

Your job offer or contract, qualification documents and current visa or residence permit.

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