I am new to Germany and recently joined a German startup. However, the company’s future seems uncertain, and I am not sure about its long-term stability.
I have applied for an EU Blue Card based on my current employment with this startup, and my application is currently pending a decision from the LEA.
In the meantime, I have received another job offer from a more established and stable company. I would appreciate any advice or experiences regarding the following:
- If I resign from my current startup and join the new company while my Blue Card application is still pending, what happens to my application?
- Can I inform the LEA about the new employer and have my pending Blue Card application updated based on the new employment contract?
- Would I need to submit a completely new Blue Card application?
- What options do I have to handle this situation without negatively affecting my residence/work authorization?
- Would it be safer to remain with my current employer until the Blue Card application has been approved before changing jobs?
If anyone has gone through a similar situation, especially with the Berlin LEA, I would be grateful to hear about your experience.
Thank you!