The Blue Card is a special type of residence and work permit designed for highly qualified workers from countries outside the European Union. The Blue Card is issued for a period of up to 5 years and is an ideal solution for professionals who want to work in a field corresponding to their education and experience, and at the same time plan to operate in Slovakia for a longer period of time.

Who can apply for a Blue Card?

The Blue Card is intended for professionals with a university degree who have a valid job offer in Slovakia. The conditions include:

• an employment contract of at least one year;
• a position classified as highly qualified occupations;
• a salary that meets at least the limit set by law.