Temporary residence permit for employment (Elamisluba töötamiseks)
Temporary residence permit for employment is a residence route in Estonia (就業). Employer; salary ≥ Estonian average gross wage (~€2,100/month; 1.5× for Blue Card); Unemployment Insurance Fund permission where required. State fees ~€200/person.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 23'700. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
22% flat
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.
| 類別 | 就業 |
|---|---|
| 投資 | — |
| 費用（家庭） | CHF 600 |
| 收入 / 年 | CHF 23'700 |
| 資產 | — |
| 最低居住 | — |
| 永居 | 5 |
| 入籍 | 8 |
| 工作 | yes |
| 申請資格 | non-EU/EEA nationals; annual immigration quota (exemptions for ICT, top specialists, Blue Card) |
| 稅收 | 22% flat |
| 截至 | 2026-10 |
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