Move to Austria to find a job
What is the Job Seeker Visa?
The Job Seeker Visa gives you six months in Austria to attend interviews in person, meet employers, and secure the kind of job offer that qualifies you for a Red-White-Red Card. Think of it less as a visa in its own right and more as the first move in a longer plan: get in, get hired, get the permit that lets you stay. To be eligible, you need to score at least 70 points under the Job Seeker criteria, based on your qualifications, work experience, and language skills.
What this means for you
Six months in Austria, job-search ready
Live and network in Austria legally for up to six months. Meet employers in person, attend interviews, and experience the country before you commit.
Convert without leaving
Once you secure a qualifying job offer, you can apply for your Red-White-Red Card from within Austria. No need to return home and restart the process from scratch.
Your fee works harder
Your Job Seeker Visa application fee is credited toward your Red-White-Red Card application with mypaperwork. One journey, one investment.
Do you qualify for the Job Seeker Visa?
- University degree or vocational qualification
- Relevant work experience
- Minimum 70 out of 100 points
Your path to residency
From your first steps in Austria to permanent residency, we support every step of the journey.
Job Seeker Visa
Apply for your 6-month entry permit to search for work locally in Austria.
Job Seeker Visa
Apply for your 6-month entry permit to search for work locally in Austria.
- ✓ Points-based eligibility check
- ✓ Document gathering and review
Job Offer & Red-White-Red Card
Secure a qualifying role and switch to the work permit known as the Red-White-Red Card without needing to leave the country.
Job Offer & Red-White-Red Card
Secure a qualifying role and switch to the work permit known as the Red-White-Red Card without needing to leave the country.
- ✓ Contract and salary review
- ✓ In-country application support
Red-White-Red Card Plus & Beyond
After 2 years, move to the Red-White-Red Card Plus for full labor market access and long-term stability.
Red-White-Red Card Plus & Beyond
After 2 years, move to the Red-White-Red Card Plus for full labor market access and long-term stability.
- ✓ Family reunification options
- ✓ Path to permanent residency
Have questions about your path?
Tell us about your case, and we'll share your next steps. It's free!
How mypaperwork helps
We take the stress out of Austrian bureaucracy and provide expert help every step of the way.
Expert Review
A human expert checks your documents before submission to avoid common authority rejections.
Fee credited to your RWR Card
Your Job Seeker Visa service fee is credited toward your RWR Card application when you find a job.
Offer review
Once you receive a job offer, we review the contract and salary against the RWR Card thresholds to confirm it qualifies before you commit.
Ready to apply?
We're here to support from eligibility to approval. And throughout your work visa journey in Austria.
Job Seeker Application Support
Your complete support for launching your career in Austria.
Personalised 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.
Start your Journey with mypaperwork
€17/Month
Your application fee will be credited toward your Red-White-Red Card application support.
Common questions
Everything you need to know about the Job Seeker path.
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You need to score at least 70 points based on your qualifications, work experience, and language skills. A university degree and professional experience in a qualifying field are typically required.
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It is valid for up to 6 months. It cannot be extended, so it is important to start your job search proactively.
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Yes. Once you receive a qualifying job offer that meets the salary and points thresholds, you can apply for the RWR Card from within Austria. The qualifying role must meet the relevant RWR Card category requirements. mypaperwork reviews your offer against these thresholds as part of the conversion process.
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If you do not secure a qualifying offer within 6 months, you must leave Austria. We help you review offers early to maximize your chances.
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Yes. If you use mypaperwork for your Job Seeker Visa, we credit that fee toward your subsequent Red-White-Red Card application journey.
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The Job Seeker Visa does not cover dependents. Once you convert to your Red-White-Red Card, your spouse and dependent children can apply to join you in Austria, with your spouse receiving full, unrestricted access to the Austrian labour market.
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No. The whole point of the Job Seeker Visa is to give you time in Austria to find one. You apply with your qualifications and points score, not an offer letter.