Austria•EuropeResidence Permit - Dependent (Spouse/Children)
At a Glance
Processing Time
56 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
12 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for spouses, registered partners, and children under 18 of third-country nationals. Spouses/partners must be at least 21. Issued for 12 months, renewable.
This permit covers spouses, registered partners, and unmarried children under 18 of third-country nationals who already have valid residence permits in Austria. The dependent must remain under the sponsorship and care of the permit holder.
Annual Visa Allocation
4,870 visas per year
The quota applies to family reunification under § 46 (4) of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG) for dependents of certain settlement permit holders. Family members of Red-White-Red Card, Red-White-Red Card Plus, EU Blue Card, and researcher permit holders are exempt from the quota system. Quotas are allocated by province and unused slots do not roll over to the following year.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,769 EUR
per year
Language
German
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Travel document with validity
Passport photos
2 recent photographs (3x4cm)
Marriage certificate
For spouses/partners
Birth certificate
For dependent children
Sponsor visa/permit
Copy of sponsor's valid residence permit
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract or housing confirmation
Health insurance
Valid in Austria, €30,000+ coverage
German language certificate
Proof of A2 level German (if applicable)
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Advantages
- Straightforward family joining process
- Clear dependent status
- Annual renewal possible
- Access to Austrian education and healthcare
Considerations
- Completely dependent on sponsor
- Cannot work independently
- Age limit for children (under 18)
- Sponsor must meet housing standards
Application Process
Sponsor qualification
Sponsor must have valid work/residence permit in Austria
Prepare documentation
Gather marriage/birth certificates and proof of relationship
Proof of housing
Demonstrate adequate accommodation
Apply at consulate
Submit application at Austrian consulate in home country
Processing
Application reviewed by consulate
Receive permit
Dependent residence permit issued
Application Forms
Dependent Residence Permit Application
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