Working in European countries for non-EU citizens

Thinking about working in another European country? For each of 32 countries – all 27 EU countries plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom – you will find the key labour market figures, where the jobs are, how to apply, pay and working conditions, student jobs and what to do in your first weeks. General advice on job search, your CV and your rights: How to find a job abroad – 10 practical guides »

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Estonia

If you are not an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you need a visa or residence permit that allows you to work. The main routes:

Graduates of Estonian universities can stay in Estonia for an extra 9 months after graduation to look for a job.
EU Blue Card – for highly qualified workers with a contract or binding job offer of at least 6 months and a salary above the threshold linked to the Estonian average wage (it is updated every year – check the current figure with the Police and Border Guard Board).
Temporary residence permit for employment – state fee €250 if you apply in Estonia, €280 at an Estonian embassy.
Short-term employment – your employer registers it with the Police and Border Guard Board; you can work up to 365 days within 455 days (seasonal work: up to 270 days a year).

All routes, salary criteria and application steps are explained on workinestonia.com and by the Police and Border Guard Board.

Common questions about job applications and interviews

Key figures: Eurostat (population on 1 January 2026; unemployment and employment rates 2025; minimum wages July 2026); for the United Kingdom – Office for National Statistics; for Liechtenstein – national statistics. Country information: EURES – Living and working conditions, public employment services and the official government websites listed under each country. Rules, thresholds and amounts can change – check the official sources before you move. Updated: October 2026.

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