My employment contract is shorter than 1 year. Can I apply for a Blue Card?
Yes, if you meet the other conditions too. For a Blue Card, a contract of at least 6 months is enough. Check conditions such as the salary threshold with the LEA before you apply.
A contract shorter than 1 year is not an obstacle on its own. If your employment contract (or job offer) lasts at least 6 months, you can apply for a Blue Card.
Other conditions, such as the salary threshold, change every year. Check the current conditions with the LEA (Berlin's immigration office) before you apply.
On a job-seeker permit with a short contract, the contract terms decide whether you get a Blue Card or a regular work permit. When a problem arose after the appointment was booked, the type of permit applied for has been changed before.
This information is based on community experience and is not legal advice. Rules can change; check important things with the responsible office.
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