TRAVELER

Relocating to Austria

Information based on current research for Mainland China residents wishing to live and work in the Republic of Austria.

Available Visa Types for Mainland Residents

Mainland residents primarily utilize the Red-White-Red (RWR) Card and the EU Blue Card. Austria uses a points-based immigration system to attract skilled professionals from non-EU countries.

Main Work Routes

Red-White-Red Card

The core permit for skilled workers. Points-based system evaluating age, education, work experience, and language skills (German/English).

EU Blue Card

For highly qualified workers with a recognized university degree and a salary offer exceeding a specific threshold (approx. €66,000+).

Jobseeker Visa

For "Very Highly Qualified Workers" (70+ points) to stay in Austria for 6 months to find a job. Allows entry without a prior job offer.

General Requirements

Valid Passport of PR China

Binding job offer with minimum wage (Employer Declaration)

Authenticated University Degrees (with Waijiaobu legalization)

Language skills (German A1+ or English)

Legalized Police Certificate (No Criminal Record)

Typical Process

Application Submission

Submit your application at the Austrian Embassy in Beijing or Consulates General (Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu).

AMS Verification

The application is sent to Austria for point calculation and labor market review by the AMS.

Visa D approval

Upon approval, you receive a Visa D entry visa from the Embassy/Consulate.

Resident Card Collection

Collect your RWR residence permit card from the local authority in Austria after entering the country.

Austrian Embassy – Beijing

5, Xiushui Nan Jie, Jian Guo Men Wai, Beijing

Diplomatic and consular services for Mainland China

bmeia.gv.at/oeb-peking/

Service Note

All Chinese documents MUST be notarized, then legalized by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Waijiaobu) and finally by the Austrian Embassy/Consulate before application.

Austria Work Guide