Work visas for tech jobs in Germany
The main route for skilled tech workers from outside the country, in plain English. Amounts are gross (before tax) and come from the official source linked under each one.
EU Blue Card
Minimum salary
€50,700 per year
Lower minimum: €45,934 per year for IT specialists, other shortage occupations, and graduates within 3 years of their degree.
What you need
- A job offer or contract in Germany at or above the salary threshold
- A recognised university degree (or a foreign degree comparable to a German one), and a job that matches it
Without a degree
- IT specialists without a degree: at least 3 years of relevant professional experience at academic level in IT, gained in the last 7 years, with a salary of at least €45,934.20 (the Federal Employment Agency must approve)
Source: Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency)(opens in new tab). Checked 5 October 2026.
Settling in Germany
- Germany is in the European Union, so the EU Blue Card is one of the work-permit routes.
- Permanent residency: usually after about 2 years of living there.
- Citizenship: usually possible after about 5 years.
Tech jobs in Germany
174 tech jobs in Germany with visa sponsorship evidence. Each job shows whether its salary meets the minimums above.
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Other countries
General information, not legal advice. Rules change: confirm on the official page and talk to an immigration lawyer before you decide.