The EU Blue Card is specifically designed for highly qualified professionals from non-EU countries who wish to live and work in the European Union. In Poland, the card offers a structured and attractive pathway for skilled workers to secure employment and long-term residency.
Eligibility Criteria for the Blue Card
To qualify for the EU Blue Card in Poland, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Educational or Professional Background:
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Hold a higher education degree or
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Possess substantial professional experience relevant to their field.
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Employment Contract:
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Have a signed job contract with a Polish employer for a minimum of six months.
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Minimum Salary Threshold:
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Earn a gross monthly salary of at least PLN 12,272.58, which is 150% of the national average.
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Work Experience:
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Have at least 5 years of experience in their field.
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For certain professions on the government’s priority list, 3 years of experience is sufficient.
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Professions Eligible for Preferential Conditions
Some roles are considered particularly valuable to the Polish and broader EU labor market and therefore benefit from simplified requirements. These include:
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Software developers and mobile application programmers
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Data analysts and database administrators
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Cybersecurity experts
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IT project managers
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Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) specialists
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Healthcare IT professionals
These updated regulations make the Blue Card a strategic option for professionals in high-demand sectors, particularly in tech and IT, offering both stability and long-term career growth in the European Union.