Answer to a written question – Implementation of Directive 2021/1883 on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals for the purpose of highly qualified employment – E-002755/2024(ASW)

Source: European Parliament

The EU Blue Card is an important tool for attracting highly qualified third-country nationals to the EU and strengthening the EU’s competitiveness.

To promote public outreach, the Commission regularly updates the EU Immigration Portal[1] with comprehensive and up-to-date information on the EU Blue Card. Additionally, the Commission regularly convenes the Labour Migration Platform[2], which brings together representatives from Member States, European social partners, and other stakeholders, including employers, to facilitate discussions and cooperation on legal migration and support the effective operationalisation of EU-level initiatives in this area.

The future EU Talent Pool, which will include online information on legal migration rules, including the EU Blue Card, will help promote job opportunities and ensure that the EU remains an attractive destination for global talent.

The Commission remains dedicated to supporting Member States and enhancing the appeal of the EU’s Blue Card through effective monitoring and enforcement, and will continue to explore opportunities to better promote the EU Blue Card.

  • [1] https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal_en
  • [2] https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/networks/labour-migration-platform_en
Last updated: 29 April 2025