What salary do I need for the Italian EU Blue Card?

A qualifying salary is a core condition of the Blue Card. The remuneration in your contract must reach a minimum tied to the Italian average salary, set by the authorities each year, and it cannot fall below the levels fixed by the relevant national collective bargaining agreement for your role.

Some critical sectors, such as IT and healthcare, may apply a slightly lower multiplier, but the salary must still be substantial. Because the threshold is updated annually, check the current figure with an official source before relying on a specific number, and make sure your job offer is documented at the required level.