Application for EU Blue Card (Issuance or Renewal)
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Application for the EU Blue Card — a residence and work permit for highly qualified third-country nationals: a university degree, at least 3 years of higher vocational education, or comparable professional experience, and a contract paying at least 1.5 times the average gross annual wage the Ministry of Labour announces for Blue Cards.
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When applying for a new EU Blue Card or renewing an existing one. You need a high qualification — a completed university degree, higher vocational education that lasted at least 3 years, or professional experience comparable to a degree for the occupations and minimum periods the Ministry of Labour sets — and a contract of at least 6 months paying at least 1.5 times the average gross annual wage the Ministry of Labour announces for Blue Cards (§ 42i(2) and § 42j(1)(b) of Act 326/1999).Download the official form
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New: Czech embassy/consulate abroad. Renewal/change: Regional MoI office (OAMP).
At a glance
You (the applicant)
2,500 CZK (application submission in the Czech Republic)
90 days
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Required Attachments
- Valid passport
- 2 passport photos (3.5×4.5 cm)
- Employment contract for at least 1 year
- Proof of higher professional qualifications (university diploma)
- Proof of accommodation
- Clean criminal record (not older than 180 days)
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Type of request
Select issuance, renewal, or consent to change of employer/job position.
Salary information
Your agreed gross monthly or annual salary. Must be at least 1.5 times the average gross annual wage the Ministry of Labour announces for Blue Cards — not the general national average, which is a different, lower figure.
Qualification proof
Details of your university degree or equivalent professional experience.
Tips & best practices
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- The Blue Card offers advantages over the Employee Card: faster EU mobility, path to permanent residence
- Salary threshold is updated annually — verify the current amount
- Your employer does NOT need to register a vacancy for the Blue Card
- You can change employers after 6 months (first 6 months are restricted)
- Available in Czech/English and Czech/Russian versions
Common mistakes to avoid
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- Salary below the 1.5x threshold
- Contract duration less than 1 year
- Degree not recognized in the Czech Republic
- Applying for Blue Card when Employee Card would be more appropriate
Legal basis
Section 42i of Act No. 326/1999 Coll.
Source: ipc.gov.cz