Immigration news · Germany · 1 January 2026

Germany: EU Blue Card salary threshold rises to €50,700 a year from 1 January 2026

Since 1 January 2026, the eu blue card salary threshold in Germany is €50,700 a year, up from €48,300 a year. 50 % of the contribution ceiling (§18g(1) AufenthG).

Before

€48,300 a year

Now

€50,700 a year

Applies from

1 January 2026

What to do

Check every person in Germany whose pay, permit or tax relief depends on this level. In Settio the new level applies to each affected case automatically, and anyone below it is flagged with the follow-up tasks.

Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 1 January 2026. About this information