Stay Permit – Student (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Studierende)

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Stay Permit – Student (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Studierende)

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

3-6 months

Application Fee

218 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Stay Permit – Student (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Studierende)

This permit is designed for third-country nationals admitted to recognized Austrian educational institutions. It allows for a 12-month stay, which can be renewed annually provided the student demonstrates sufficient academic progress. Holders are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week to support their studies.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Status type	Tied to program duration

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Austria

RWR-Karte — Red-White-Red Card

Validity24 months

Processing2 months

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Admission to a recognized Austrian university or university of applied sciences

Proof of sufficient financial means for 12 months

Health insurance coverage

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Min. Income

15,701 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid travel document

Proof of admission

Proof of financial means

Health insurance

Proof of accommodation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows part-time work
Access to high-quality education

Worth Knowing

Requires annual renewal
Strict financial proof requirements
Lack of admission to an accredited institution
Insufficient financial funds

Application Process

Apply at Austrian embassy/consulate abroad

Wait for processing

Collect permit upon arrival

Application Forms

OeAD Student Residence Permit Portal

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