Third country nationals with an EU Blue Card who have legally resided in an EU Member State (hereinafter 'Member State') for 12 months and who wish to come and settle in Luxembourg for a period of more than 3 months in order to work as highly qualified worker must first carry out a number of successive procedures. These procedures must be carried out before and after entering Luxembourg.
The application for an EU Blue Card must be made by the salaried worker. However, they may mandate a third party, such as the employer, to carry out the necessary procedures for them.
Key Requirements & Benefits (2026):
Salary Threshold: As of March 3, 2026, the minimum salary threshold for the Blue Card increased to €65,652 gross per year.
Qualification: A university degree or equivalent higher professional qualification (or 5+ years of relevant specialized experience).
Contract: A valid, minimum 6-month employment contract.
Validity: Generally issued for 4 years.
Family: Immediate family members can join, with right to work.