Austria•EuropeRed-White-Red Card Plus
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Advanced residence permit for holders of Red-White-Red Card or EU Blue Card after 21 months employment. Allows unlimited labour market access, not tied to specific employer. Valid up to 3 years.
The Red-White-Red Card Plus is the next step after 21 months of employment on a Red-White-Red Card or EU Blue Card. It removes employer restrictions and grants unlimited labour market access, allowing work with any employer or as self-employed.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Language
German
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid Red-White-Red Card or EU Blue Card
Current card showing 21+ months employment
Employment documentation
Payslips, employment contract, employer letter
Proof of 21-month employment
Detailed employment history
Integration agreement commitment
Declaration of commitment to Module 1
Health insurance
Proof of accommodation
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Advantages
- Unlimited labour market access
- Not tied to specific employer
- Clear progression pathway
- Path to permanent residency
- Family members can join
Considerations
- Requires 21 months prior employment
- Integration Module 1 commitment required
- Only available to card holders
- German language A1 required
Application Process
Verify employment
Confirm 21 months employment with Red-White-Red Card or EU Blue Card
Prepare documentation
Gather employment records and documentation
Apply for Plus card
Submit application before current card expires
Employment verification
Authority verifies employment conditions
Integration commitment
Commit to Module 1 Integration Agreement
Processing
Application reviewed (4-8 weeks)
Receive Plus card
Red-White-Red Card Plus issued
Application Forms
Red-White-Red Card Plus Application
Form ID: RWR-Plus
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