Implementation of Directive (EU) 2021/1883 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals intending to carry out highly skilled work (EU Blue card)
The Council of Ministers, has approved, in a preliminary examination, a legislative decree to implement Directive (EU) 2021/1883 on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals intending to carry out highly skilled work (EU Blue card).
The directive aims to attract highly skilled third-country workers by expanding eligible categories, speeding up procedures, and easing mobility across the EU.
Key changes introduced by the directive
- Seasonal workers who qualify as highly skilled can receive the EU Blue Card and won’t count toward the country’s foreign worker quotas.
- Facilitating the entry of managers and specialists in information and communication technology services.
- Promoting innovative entrepreneurship, enabling foreign citizens with the EU Blue Card to engage in self-employment activities alongside their subordinate work.
- More favourable conditions for family reunification and access to the labour market for the family members of the EU Blue Card applicant.
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