Job Seeker Visa
Austria
Last updated: December 19, 2025
6 months
$117-$187
6-12 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you move to Austria to look for work as a highly educated professional. You don't need a job offer before you apply. You can search for employment for 6 months while living in Austria. The visa is designed for smart, experienced people from non-EU countries. It's a pathway to get a regular work visa and eventually permanent residence or citizenship. This is a real, active visa available right now. Austria reformed its work visa system in December 2025 to make things faster and easier.
Key Benefits
- Look for work without a job offer
- Automatic work visa when hired
- Bring family later after 21 months
- Travel in Europe up to 90 days
- Path to permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to citizenship after 6-10 years
- Access to social programs and healthcare
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older (over 45 can apply but score 0 for age)
- Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited university
- At least 3 years work experience in your field (recommended)
- Speak German or English at A2 beginner level minimum
- Score at least 70 points out of 100
- No criminal convictions or record
- Have health insurance covering €30,000+ in medical costs
- Prove you have €1,274+ per month available
Financial Requirement
You must have €1,274 per month ($1,491 USD) available. For couples: €2,010 per month. Add €197 per child. Show this with bank statements from the last 3-6 months.
Documents
- Bachelor's degree or higherOfficial transcripts required
- Work experience lettersFrom previous employers
- CV/ResumeCurrent resume in any format
- Language certificateGerman or English at A2 level minimum
- Bank statementsLast 3-6 months showing €1,274+ monthly funds
- Valid passportMust be valid for at least 1 year
- Police clearanceNo criminal record, not older than 3 months
- Proof of residenceWhere you'll live in Austria
- Health insuranceCoverage for at least €30,000 in medical costs
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.