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Temporary Residence Visa for Austria

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Overview

Temporary Residence Permit is issued for specific purposes and allows non-EEA nationals to reside in Austria for a limited period. The permit is granted for one of the following categories:

  • ICT (Intra-Corporate Transferee)
  • Mobile ICT
  • Seconded Employee
  • Self-Employed Persons
  • Researcher-Mobility
  • Special Cases of Dependent Gainful Occupation
  • Students
  • Pupils
  • Social Service Employee
  • Volunteers
  • Family Reunification

All applicants must meet general requirements and specific criteria based on their visa type.

Eligibility (Who Can Apply?)

Applicants may be eligible for a Temporary Residence Permit if they belong to one of the following categories:

  • Students enrolled in an accredited educational institution.
  • Pupils attending public or private schools under Austrian law.
  • Social Service Employees working for a non-profit, non-commercial organisation.
  • Volunteers participating in the European Voluntary Service program.
  • Family members of a residence permit holder, if eligible for family reunification.
  • Self-employed individuals contributing to Austria’s economy through business or research.
  • Employees seconded or transferred within multinational corporations.

Applicants must not pose a threat to public order or security.

General Requirements (Applicable to All Applicants)

Financial Means

Applicants must have sufficient funds to support themselves:

  • Single applicant€1,273.99 per month
  • Couples€2,009.85 per month
  • Each child€196.57 per month
  • Students & Social Service Employees:
    • Below 24 years€703.58 per month
    • Above 24 years€1,273.99 per month

Proof of income must be independent (not relying on Austrian welfare benefits).

Health Insurance

Applicants must provide proof of health insurance covering all medical expenses in Austria.

Accommodation

Applicants must submit proof of legal accommodation in Austria, except for:

  • Students
  • ICT & Mobile ICT permit holders
  • Researchers & their family members (if they lived together in another EU country before moving to Austria)

Public Order & Security

Applicants must not pose any risk to public security or Austria’s international relations.

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Documents Required

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:

General Documents (All Applicants)

  • Completed application form
  • Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 90 days beyond departure)
  • Recent passport-sized photo (45x35mm, taken within the last 6 months)
  • Proof of health insurance (covering all medical risks in Austria)
  • Proof of financial means (bank statements, salary slips, pension statements)
  • Proof of accommodation (rental contract, property ownership document)

Additional Documents for Family Members

  • Marriage certificate (for spouses or registered partners)
  • Birth certificate (for minor children)
  • Adoption papers (if applicable)
  • Proof of family relationship

Additional Documents for Students & Pupils

  • Proof of enrollment in an accredited Austrian school, university, or college
  • Academic transcripts (for renewal applications)

Additional Documents for Social Service Employees & Volunteers

  • Proof of employment with a charitable organisation
  • Liability declaration from the sponsoring organisation

Additional Documents for Self-Employed Persons

  • Business registration certificate
  • Detailed business plan outlining economic benefits
  • Proof of investment capital (minimum €30,000)
  • Company agreements & required trade licenses (if applicable)

Additional Documents for ICT & Mobile ICT Workers

  • Employment contract with an Austrian entity
  • Proof of secondment from the parent company

Police Clearance (If Required by Authorities)

  • Some applicants may be asked to submit an extract from police records (certificate of good standing).
  • If requested, providing this document will help speed up processing.

Additional Notes

  • Students & Pupils: May work up to 20 hours per week with an employment permit.
  • Family Reunification: Only for spouses, partners, and minor children of eligible residence permit holders.
  • Social Service Employees: Permit valid for 1 year (not extendable).
  • Volunteers: Must be engaged in a non-profit program.

Photo Specifications

  • Recent, colour passport-sized photograph.
  • White or light background, no shadows.
  • Neutral expression, no smiling.
  • No sunglasses, hats, or head coverings, except for religious purposes.
  • Must be glued to the visa application form.

If the submitted photograph does not meet these requirements, the visa application will be considered incomplete, and the applicant will be required to submit a new photo.

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Standard Visa Processing Fees

Package Processing Time Fee Includes
Silver Package Appointments within 6 weeks £550 + visa charges Appointment, guidance, document pre-check, official visa form filling
Bronze Package Appointments within 4 weeks £750 + visa charges Appointment, guidance, document pre-check, official visa form filling
Gold Package Appointments within 2 weeks £1250 + visa charges Appointment, guidance, document pre-check, official visa form filling, priority submission

Visa service charges are separate from official visa fees charged by the consulate.


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