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Which nationalities get the most EU Blue Cards and where do they go?

Germany issued around 56,300 EU Blue Cards in 2024, reflecting demand for skilled workers and policy expansions like the Skilled Immigration Act, Eurostat data show.

  • In 2024, India received the most EU Blue Cards at 16,300 visas, according to Eurostat data.
  • Germany issued the highest number of EU Blue Cards in 2024, totaling 56,300, marking a decline from 69,300 in 2023.
  • Following India, Russian nationals were granted 6,700 EU Blue Cards in 2024.
  • Denmark does not participate in the Blue Card system due to its opt-outs from the EU framework.
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Which nationalities get the most EU Blue Cards and where do they go?

The EU hands out thousands of Blue Cards to highly-skilled third country nationals each year, according to the latest figures. But which nationalities receive the most and which EU country gives out the most?

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