Graduates of Austrian universities
Who it's for: People from outside the EU who finished their studies in Austria and want to look for work, start a business or take a qualified job.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: In some streams
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree
What the official pages say
2 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededIn some streamsOfficial wording
“you receive an employment offer from a specified employer (work contract) which matches your level of qualification, you can apply for a Red-White-Red Card without a labour market test”
Minimum educationBachelor's degreeOfficial wording
“You have to prove that you have successfully completed a diploma programme at least from the second stage of studies, a bachelor's programme, a master's programme oder a doctoral programme.”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
All visa types in Austria
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Austria visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.