Germany EU Blue Card from the Philippines
The Germany EU Blue Card application fee is €75, about PHP 5,570 at today's rate. Applications from the Philippines go to the German Embassy Manila.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from the Philippines. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 27 Oct 2026
Costs in PHP
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = PHP 85). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in PHP |
|---|---|---|
| Salary threshold | €50,700 | PHP 3,760,000 |
| Lower salary threshold | €45,934.20 | PHP 3,410,000 |
| Visa fee | €75 | PHP 5,570 |
| ZAB statement of comparability | €208 check | PHP 15,400 |
Applying from Philippines
- Where
- German Embassy Manila
- How it works
- Long-stay visas need an appointment, registered in the embassy's online system, and you apply in person. Some work categories (for example healthcare and recognised vocational qualifications) go to VFS Global in Manila or Cebu. check
- Service provider
- VFS Global (some work categories)
- Agents
- The embassy warns about dubious visa agencies: don't pay them any money.
From the mission's visa pages (checked 29 Oct 2026). Procedures differ by visa category, so read the page for yours.
Requirements at a glance
These apply to everyone, wherever they apply from.
- A job offer in Germany for at least 6 months, matching your qualification
- A degree recognised in Germany (check anabin, or get a ZAB statement for €208)
- Gross salary of at least €50,700, or €45,934.20 for shortage occupations, new entrants and IT specialists
- IT specialists without a degree: 3 years of relevant experience in the last 7 years
- Visa fee of €75
Checking a recruiter in Philippines
Recruitment agencies in Philippines are licensed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) check. Check an agency there before you pay it.
Sources
- Germany EU Blue Card (official page) · make-it-in-germany.com · Official · checked 27 Oct 2026
- German Embassy Manila: visa information · manila.diplo.de · Official · checked 29 Oct 2026
EU Blue Card from other countries
Before you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.