Key Points 

  • The new income thresholds are reviewed every six months.  
  • Those applying for family reunification and intend to bring a spouse or partner need to meet the following salary requirements:  
    • €1,701.00 per month without holiday allowance. 
    • €1,837.08 per month with holiday allowance.  
  • Those applying for family reunification and intend to join a single family member need to meet the following salary requirements:  
    • €1,701.00 per month without holiday allowance.  
    • €1,837.08 per month with holiday allowance.  

Overview 

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment updated the monthly salary requirements 
for Family Reunification applications. The new income thresholds changed July 1 and will 
remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2021.   

Originally published 13 July 2021

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