Apply for an EU Blue Card in Schwarzenbach am Wald
Apply for an EU Blue Card in Schwarzenbach am Wald is handled by Ausländerbehörde Landkreis Hof (zuständig für Schwarzenbach am Wald); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 months.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
College degree, including recognition · Employment Contract
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Costs
100–110 € Aufenthaltstitel, sonst kostenlos
Processing time
approx. 2 months in Schwarzenbach am Wald
In Schwarzenbach am Wald we expect around approx. 2 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
How to proceed
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Check whether the degree is recognized
Check with the "anabin" database or the relevant accreditation offices.
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Secure an employment contract with adequate pay
The minimum salary threshold is adjusted annually.
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Application at a diplomatic mission or immigration office
Apply for a visa or residence permit.
Required documents
- College degree, including recognitionMandatory
- Employment ContractMandatory
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Graduates from non-EU countries with an employment contract that meets the minimum salary requirement.
Income limit
The minimum salary is adjusted annually; in 2024, it will be approximately €45,300 gross (approximately €41,000 for occupations facing labor shortages).
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Foreign degree not recognized
- •The employment contract specifies a salary below the minimum threshold
Common reasons for rejection
- •Salary below the minimum threshold
- •Degree not recognized as equivalent
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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How quickly can a residence permit be obtained with a Blue Card?▼
With B1-level German proficiency after 21 months; otherwise after 33 months.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Ausländerbehörde Hof
- Data quality
- 100 %
Read more
- Ausländerbehörde Landkreis Hof (zuständig für Schwarzenbach am Wald)
Responsible authority
- Apply for an EU Blue Card in Schwarzenbach am Wald
- City Schwarzenbach am Wald
- State information
Regional specifics
- Authorities
- Residence permit for employment
For non-academic professionals
- Apply for an EU Blue Card – overview