Austria Work Permit from Dubai & UAE
Austria is one of Europe's most prestigious work destinations, offering excellent salaries, world-class quality of life, and a central location in the Schengen Area. The Red-White-Red Card system for skilled workers make…
Working in Austria from the UAE
Austria is one of Europe's most prestigious work destinations, offering excellent salaries, world-class quality of life, and a central location in the Schengen Area. The Red-White-Red Card system for skilled workers makes Austria an increasingly accessible destination for professionals from the UAE.
Austria's Red-White-Red Card is designed to attract the best international talent, offering skilled workers a direct path to Austrian permanent residency and EU citizenship.
Free Eligibility Check
Get a written assessment of your Austria work permit eligibility — free, within 24 hours, no obligation.
Austria Work Permit Requirements
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- Qualifying job offer (RWR Card minimum salary thresholds apply)
- Recognized qualifications
- German language proficiency (A1 minimum)
- Criminal record (apostilled)
- Health insurance
- Accommodation proof
Required Documents
- Red-White-Red Card application
- Employment contract with minimum salary proof
- Qualification recognition
- Language certificate
- Degree/diploma certificates (certified translation)
- Criminal record
- Medical certificate
- Passport photographs
Brichwood's Austria Work Permit Process
Six steps from your first call in Dubai to your first day at work in Austria.
Eligibility Review
Free, confidential assessment of your profile, qualifications, and target role in Austria.
Employer Match
We verify your existing job offer or connect you with registered employers in Austria.
Document Preparation
Translations, apostilles, certifications — all managed and checked by our expert team.
Application & Embassy
Work permit filing plus national visa application at the Austria Embassy. We handle both.
Salary Expectations in Austria
Average monthly gross salaries for the most common roles filled by third-country nationals.
Top Industries Hiring in Austria
Austria Work Permit — Common Questions
Answers to what our UAE, India & Pakistan clients ask most about Austria work permits.
The Red-White-Red Card is Austria's points-based skilled worker immigration system. Points awarded for education, age, language skills, and job offer salary.
At least A1 German is required for the RWR Card. B1–B2 recommended for healthcare and client-facing roles.
AMS assessment plus immigration authority: 4–8 weeks. Embassy appointment and visa: 2–4 weeks.
Yes. After 5 years of continuous legal residence, you can apply for permanent residency (Daueraufenthalt-EU).
For Very Highly Qualified Workers, typically €4,000+/month gross. Brichwood confirms current thresholds at application time.
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