Red-White-Red Card
Who is the Red-White-Red Card for?
The Red-White-Red Card is Austria’s main residence and work permit for skilled non-EU workers, aimed at people like qualified professionals with job offers, recent graduates from Austrian universities, or anyone in a field where workers are in high demand. It’s usually valid for up to 2 years and tied to a specific employer, with the option to move on to more flexible permits and eventually long-term residence.
What this means for you
Right to live and work
Work for a specific employer as a qualified professional while building your life in Austria.
Family reunification
Your immediate family members can join you and enjoy full, unrestricted access to the labor market.
Path to long-term residency
This permit is your first step toward the Red-White-Red Card Plus and eventual long-term EU residency.
Which RWR Card path is right for you?
The Red‑White‑Red (RWR) Card is designed for skilled workers across several categories, each with specific eligibility rules and point thresholds.
Very highly qualified professionals
Skilled Workers in Shortage Occupations
Graduates of Austrian Universities
Startup Founders
Key Workers & Self Employed Key Workers
Workers in Tourism, Agriculture, & Forestry
Red-White-Red Card Plus
Your upgrade after 21 months on the Red-White-Red Card
Check if you qualify
Take 3 minutes to fill out our free Red-White-Red Card points calculator to find out if you qualify
How mypaperwork works
Complete your application in 3 simple steps
1. Check your eligibility (free)
Run the RWR calculator and create a free account.
2. Choose your plan & follow the guided application
Once you've uploaded documents, the system fills forms with smart auto-complete and multilingual help.
3. Expert review & submission
Our team reviews your application and can join you for appointments if you want someone to go with you.
Your Red-White-Red Card Application
Everything you need to get an Austrian work and residence permit application .
Red-White-Red Card Application Support
AI-assisted, human-verified. Every application is double-checked by our licensed immigration network.
Free eligibility & points check
AI-powered calculator identifies your best RWR Card category in under 2 minutes.
Personalised document checklist
We generate the exact list of required documents based on your profile and let you track progress.
AI-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.
100% money-back guarantee
If your application is rejected due to an error on our part, you receive a full refund.
AI-assisted, human-verified
every Red-White-Red Card application is double-checked by our licensed immigration network
Start your journey
or €799 starting per application
Check my eligibility — it’s free View full pricing details* Prices vary by plan. Premium and Lifetime plans available with additional support. 100% money back guarantee (see full terms).
100% money-back guarantee — if your application is not approved, you get a full refund.
Choose your plan
Pick the level of support that fits your situation.
Free
Get started and explore at your own pace.
- Eligibility check
- Individual dashboard
- Basic guidance
- Automated form filling
- Personalized guidance
- Live expert assistance
- Full document review
- Priority processing
Standard
x 12 easy installments
Total €799
- Success or 100% money back
- Individual dashboard
- Automated form filling
- Personalized guidance
- Multilingual instructions
- Live expert assistance
- Full document review
- Priority processing
Premium
x 12 easy installments
Total €1999
- Success or 100% money back
- Individual dashboard
- Automated form filling
- Personalized guidance
- Multilingual instructions
- Live expert assistance
- Full document review
- Priority processing
Pricing & guarantee
Our flagship RWR service starts at €799. Paid plans include expert review and older-authority experience; they come with a full money-back guarantee if your application is not approved. Compare plans and pricing on the product pages. Pricing
Common questions about the Red-White-Red Card
Everything you need to know before you apply.
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Non-EU skilled workers who plan to live and work in Austria and meet the Red-White-Red criteria for their specific route.
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It strictly follows the official government rules (from migration.gv.at) and shows your tailored score plus clear next steps. We recommend creating a free account and sharing your details for a full expert review.
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Processing times vary by route and local authority. We’ll provide you with a reliable estimated timeline during your guided application.
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Yes! Graduates of Austrian universities have a specific RWR pathway. You can find more details on our dedicated Graduates route page.
Ready to check your eligibility?
Use our free Red-White-Red Card eligibility calculator.
Check if you qualify — freeYour points, simplified.