Work permit (salaried / EU Blue Card) (Άδεια διαμονής για εξαρτημένη εργασία / Μπλε Κάρτα ΕΕ)
Work permit (salaried / EU Blue Card) is a residence route in Greece (Arbeid). Employer job offer; Blue Card for graduates with salary ≥ ~1× average gross wage; quota-based for ordinary workers.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 9–44%; 50% inbound-worker exemption 7 yrs (Art. 5C)
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Arbeid |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | — |
| Inntekt / år | — |
| Eiendeler | — |
| Min. opphold | — |
| PO | 5 |
| Statsborgerskap | 7 |
| Arbeid | yes |
| Kvalifisert | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Skatt | Worldwide 9–44%; 50% inbound-worker exemption 7 yrs (Art. 5C) |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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