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EU Blue Card in Austria

One documented route of this kind in Austria, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.

EU Blue Card

For third-country nationals with a tertiary degree (or equivalent experience for ICT/managers) and a qualifying job offer meeting the annual salary threshold (EUR 55,678 gross/year in 2026).

Processing time
Up to 6 months (NAG statutory ceiling); AMS examination required
Validity
Up to 24 months
Language requirement
No language requirement for issuance; B1 (Integration Module 2) needed later for permanent residence
Permanent residence
Long-term Resident-EU after 5 years lawful residence (Blue Card years in other EU states can count)
Citizenship
Generally 10 years (6 with B2/integration)

Requirements

  • Completed tertiary education of at least 3 years (or 3 years comparable experience in last 7 years for ICT/managers)
  • Binding job offer / employment contract of at least 6 months matching qualifications
  • Gross salary at least EUR 55,678/year (2026)
  • Employer's declaration; for regulated professions, proof of right to practise
  • Valid passport, all-risk health insurance, secure subsistence

Required Documents

  • Valid passport required
  • Recent photo 45x35 mm, not older than 6 months required
  • Tertiary degree certificate (at least 3 years) with certified translation required
  • Employer's declaration and employment contract showing qualifying salary required
  • Proof of right to practise for regulated professions
  • Criminal-record extract (recommended no older than 3 months)
  • All-risk health insurance proof required

Official fees

  • Application fee 218 EUR

Process Steps

  1. 1

    Secure qualifying job

    Sign an employment contract of at least 6 months matching your qualifications and meeting the salary threshold.

  2. 2

    Lodge application

    Apply in person at the Austrian embassy/consulate abroad, or have the employer file with the residence authority in Austria.

  3. 3

    AMS examination

    The Public Employment Service (AMS) examines qualification and salary criteria.

  4. 4

    Enter and collect

    Visa-required nationals obtain a Visa D, enter Austria, collect the card and register residence (Meldezettel) within 3 days of moving in.

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