Residence permit – Students
Who it's for: People from outside the EU who study at a university, university of applied sciences or private university in Austria.
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
- Money to show: €722.58
- Can lead to permanent residence: Possible
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Money to show | €722.58 | — | migration.gv.atOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
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Money to show€722.58Official wording
“For Pupils, Students and Social Service Employees: For persons below the age of 24 years: € 722.58 For persons over the age of 24 years: € 1,308.39”
Can lead to permanent residencePossibleOfficial wording
“After having successfully completed a programme of studies in Austria, you can switch from the residence permit "Students" to the Red-White-Red Card.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Main fee; Salary threshold; Family can join; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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