What work visas are available in Austria?

Red-White-Red Card: min salary €48,510, 10 weeks processing.

What is the fastest visa to get for Austria?

The fastest route is the Red-White-Red Card at approximately 10 weeks processing time.

What is the minimum salary for a work visa in Austria?

The lowest salary requirement is €48,510 for the Red-White-Red Card. Other routes may require higher salaries.

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Austria — Work Visa Routes

1 visa route available for skilled workers and expats

Red-White-Red Card

Points-based work permit for skilled workers, key workers, and graduates. Key employee: €3,465/mo (2026). EU Blue Card: €55,678/yr. Source: fragomen.com, visahq.com

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Min Salary

€48,510

Experience

None

Education

Bachelor's degree

Processing

10 weeks

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