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The general key-worker tier of the Red-White-Red Card, for roles that are not very-highly-qualified or shortage-listed but still meet a points threshold and a minimum salary. A labour-market test applies: the AMS checks that no equally qualified jobseeker is already available for the role before approving it.
Non-EU workers with a job offer in Austria who meet the points test and the minimum salary for a key-worker role.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
Yes. Spouses or registered partners and minor children can apply for a Red-White-Red Card Plus, which gives them access to the labour market.
After 21 months of qualifying employment within 24 months you can upgrade to a Red-White-Red Card Plus, and after five years of lawful settlement you can pursue Long-Term Residence – EU.
Yes. German and several other languages earn points, with higher levels worth more; German up to B1 and English up to B1 contribute the most, plus a bonus if the company's working language is English.
Yes. In 2026 the employer must pay at least €3,465 gross per month, and the role is also subject to a labour market test.
You must score at least 55 of 90 points across qualifications, work experience, language skills, and age, in addition to meeting the salary and labour-market conditions.
Yes. In 2026 the employer must pay at least €3,465 gross per month, and the role is also subject to a labour market test.
You must score at least 55 of 90 points across qualifications, work experience, language skills, and age, in addition to meeting the salary and labour-market conditions.
Yes. Spouses or registered partners and minor children can apply for a Red-White-Red Card Plus, which gives them access to the labour market.
