EU Blue Card Greece (Ευρωπαϊκή Μπλε Κάρτα - E.1)

The EU Blue Card (Type E.1) is a prestigious residence permit designed to attract highly qualified professionals to Greece, aligning with broader European Union directives aimed at fostering a competitive, knowledge-based economy. It serves as a streamlined pathway for experts to relocate, offering greater mobility and rights than standard work permits. By setting specific educational and salary thresholds, the program fills the gap for specialized talent in sectors where Greece requires advanced expertise to drive innovation and economic growth.

This permit is tailored for highly skilled workers who hold a recognized university degree or possess at least five years of equivalent professional experience. The applicant must have a binding, high-level employment contract with a Greek employer. What makes this card distinctive is its focus on high-value roles, requiring a salary that meets a significant threshold (1.6 times the national average gross salary). It provides a more flexible immigration status, including better family reunification rights and a clearer, faster route to long-term residency compared to traditional employment permits.