Major Changes to Residence Permit Rules Across Schengen Countries in 2024

09 January 2025 · Europe Permit

  • Lithuania: Tightened rules for residence permits, emphasizing stricter documentation requirements.
  • France: Implemented income thresholds for applicants, affecting eligibility for family reunification.
  • Sweden: Reduced EU Blue Card processing time from 90 to 30 days for skilled workers.
  • Slovenia: Made basic language knowledge mandatory for permanent residence applicants.
  • Finland: Updated income requirements for residence permits to match living costs.
  • Norway: Plans to end family reunification permits for certain groups.
  • Germany: Simplified procedures for skilled workers to address labor shortages.
  • Austria: Adjusted integration requirements, emphasizing cultural and linguistic integration.
  • Czechia: Announced wage increases for foreign workers tied to residence permit approvals.
  • Spain: Accelerated processing for permits to ease labor market entry.

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