Chapter 01
Salary thresholds and shortage occupations
For 2025-2026: General threshold EUR 48,300. Shortage occupations (ICT specialists, mathematicians, natural scientists, engineers, human medicine, university teachers) EUR 43,760. Recent graduates within 3 years also qualify at the reduced threshold.
Salary is gross annual and must be committed in the employment contract. Bonuses can count toward threshold if guaranteed and paid at least annually.

