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Red-White-Red Card Plus (RWR Card Plus)

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-56 days

Application Fee

218 EUR

Stay Duration

Varies

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Grants unrestricted access to the Austrian labor market.

The Red-White-Red Card Plus is the gold standard for residence in Austria, providing full, unrestricted access to the labor market. It is typically granted to family members of existing cardholders or as a progression for those who have already spent time in the Austrian workforce. It serves as a stable foundation for long-term integration.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Austria

EU Long-Term Residence Permit

Validity5 years

Processing28-84 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Family member of RWR/Blue Card holder OR transition from previous permit

Proof of health insurance

Proof of accommodation

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid travel document

Proof of previous permit/status

Health insurance

Proof of accommodation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Unrestricted labor market access
High flexibility

Worth Knowing

Requires prior status or family connection
Ineligibility for transition
Criminal record

Application Process

Verify eligibility

Submit application

Collect permit

Application Forms

Official Migration Portal

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