In 2021, the average annual full-time adjusted salary for employees in the EUwas €33 500. Eurostat is publishing this indicator for the first time. The Blue Card Directive prescribes the use of this indicator for determining the average gross annual salary for each EU Member State and granting working permits to high-skilled workers. The DirectiveIn 2021, the average annual full-time adjusted salary for employees in the EUwas €33 500. Eurostat is publishing this indicator for the first time. The Blue Card Directive prescribes the use of this indicator for determining the average gross annual salary for each EU Member State and granting working permits to high-skilled workers. The Directive » The FINANCIAL Europe