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Guide · updated November 2026

IT jobs in Europe

European companies hire software engineers, data specialists and IT support staff from Asia every year. Here are the main countries, the visas that apply and how to get hired.

Where are the IT jobs?

  • Germany: the largest market, with many English-speaking teams in Berlin, Munich and Hamburg.
  • Netherlands: strong demand and English-friendly workplaces, with a highly skilled migrant route.
  • Poland, Estonia, Lithuania: growing tech hubs and lower living costs.
  • Ireland: many international tech companies, with its own critical skills employment permit.

Which visa do IT professionals use?

Most use the EU Blue Card, which needs a degree or, in Germany, at least three years of relevant IT experience within the last seven years, plus a salary above the yearly threshold (€45,934.20 for IT in Germany in 2026). If you don't have an offer yet, Germany's Opportunity Card lets you search from inside Germany.

How to get hired

  1. Write a one- or two-page CV in European format: skills, projects and results, no photo needed unless asked.
  2. Build a public portfolio: GitHub, personal projects or certifications (cloud, security, data).
  3. Apply on LinkedIn, company career pages and the EU's EURES portal; many IT employers sponsor visas.
  4. Prepare for online coding tests and video interviews.
  5. Learning basic German, Dutch or Polish improves your chances, even for English-speaking teams.

How EuroVisa Desk helps

Once you have a job offer, we check your documents and prepare your work visa or Blue Card application file and embassy appointment. Register your CV below so we can contact you when an employer looks for your skills.

Frequently asked questions

Can Indian software engineers get jobs in Europe?

Yes. Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, Ireland and others hire many Indian IT professionals, usually through the EU Blue Card or national skilled-worker permits.

Do I need a degree for an IT job visa in Germany?

Not always. Germany accepts IT specialists without a degree if they have at least three years of relevant experience within the last seven years and meet the Blue Card salary threshold.

Do I need to speak German for IT jobs in Germany?

Many IT teams work in English, but basic German helps with daily life, wider job choice and faster permanent residence.

Register your CV with EuroVisa Desk

We are building a candidate database that European employers and sponsors can search. Register your CV and documents now, and we will contact you when an employer looks for your skills or a programme opens that fits you. Registration is free, and your details are shared only with your consent.

Stay safe. No agent can guarantee a European visa; only the embassy decides. Never pay cash to an individual or into a personal account, and never travel on a visit visa to look for work. How to spot a fake Europe job offer.

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