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Questions, answered · CEOs and founders

Which European country is easiest for hiring international talent?

Reviewed by the Settio team · Updated

It depends on the role and the salary. Most EU countries offer the EU Blue Card for highly qualified people, each with its own salary level, and several have national fast tracks for skilled workers or trusted employers. Compare salary levels, decision times and family rules for your roles.

In detail

  • Settio has a plan and a public country guide for every EU country, from the Czech Republic and Poland to Germany and Spain.
  • Compare the salary levels against your offer.
  • Check fast tracks for recognised or certified employers.
  • Family rules and partner work rights matter for retention.

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Settio runs every country in one workspace, each case with only its own country's steps and sources.

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