Eligible Occupations: The applicant’s occupation should be included in the Red White Red Card allowed working activities since these occupations are in high demand in Austria.

Points-Based System: The candidates are required to obtain minimum passing marks depending on the qualification, years of experience, language proficiency, and age. The points system ensures that people with high levels of skills and experience are the ones hired.

Labour Market Test: From time to time, an Austria labor market test may be necessary to prove that a local employee cannot be hired for the certain position.

Employment Contract: Employee must hold a valid job offer or an employment contract from an employer in Austria.

Health Insurance: Applicants must demonstrate that the have health insurance.

Proof of Accommodation: Proof of adequate and appropriate accommodation within Austria is necessary.

Sufficient Funds: The applicants should provide evidence that they will be able to support themselves financially.

Check Eligibility: Be certain to fulfil the conditions like having a job offer in Austria, possessing necessary qualifications, and accumulating enough points in your category.

Secure a Job Offer: Acquire an employment offer from an Austrian employer with the provision that the offer is binding. The job requires you to possess certain qualifications and skills.

Prepare Documents: Assemble the relevant documents which include a passport, a recent photo, certificates of qualifications, employment contract, proof of health insurance and accommodation.

Application Submission: Fill the application either at the Austrian embassy or consulate in your country of origin or if you qualify for visa-free entry in Austria you can do this in Austria.

Await Processing: The processing time may take up to 8 weeks. The Austrian Public Employment Service (AMS) will assess your application during this period.

Receive Decision: If your application is successful, you will be granted the Red-White-Red Card, which is a residence and work permit that is issued for a period of up to two years.