EU Blue Card Your path to working in Austria.

The EU Blue Card is a residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU citizens. If you have a university degree and a job offer meeting the salary threshold, we help you navigate the Austrian authorities with ease.
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What is the EU Blue Card?

Unlike the standard Red-White-Red card, the EU Blue Card is designed specifically for university graduates with a high-salary job offer. It offers faster paths to permanent residency and easier mobility within the European Union. While the RWR card uses a points-based system, the Blue Card focuses on your qualifications and meeting the legal salary minimum set by the Austrian government.

How mypaperwork helps with your application

1

Document Review

We check your degree recognition and employment contract against Austrian legal standards.

2

Digital Preparation

Our platform organizes your paperwork and generates the necessary application forms automatically.

3

Submission & Support

We guide you through the submission at the embassy or local authority and track your status.

Basic Eligibility Check for the EU Blue Card

  • You have a university degree from a program lasting at least three years.
  • You have a binding job offer in Austria for at least six months.
  • The job matches your professional qualifications.
  • The gross annual salary meets the current threshold (approx. 45,595 EUR for 2024).

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EU Blue Card Application Support

Everything you need to get an EU Blue Card application submitted and approved

Personalized document Checklist

We generate the exact list of required documents based on your profile and let you track progress.

Al-assisted form preparation

Forms auto-fill using your data. Our system flags errors and missing fields before submission.

Expert review by immigration specialists

Every application is reviewed by licensed Austrian immigration experts before it's submitted.

Submission & status tracking

We submit to the Austrian authorities and keep you updated on your application status at every stage.

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€71/month in 12 easy payments

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100% money-back guarantee — if your application is not approved, you get a full refund.

Common questions

Everything you need to know about the EU Blue Card in Austria.

The RWR Card uses a points system based on age, experience, and language. The EU Blue Card has no points system but requires a higher salary and a recognized university degree.

Yes. EU Blue Card holders enjoy easier family reunification. Your spouse and children can apply for a Red-White-Red Card Plus after your application is approved, giving them full access to the labor market. mypaperwork is here to support the needs of you and your family on your move to Austria.

It is usually issued for 24 months. If your contract is shorter, it is issued for the duration of the contract plus three months.

After 12 months of legal employment in Austria, you can move to another EU member state for highly qualified employment under certain conditions.