Austria Red-White-Red (RWR) Card Pathway
The Austria Red-White-Red (Rot-Weiß-Rot) Card is a combined work and residence permit that allows qualified third-country workers and their families to move to Austria and settle permanently based on a points-assessed framework. Unlock career opportunities in one of Europe’s most prosperous economies.
Red-White-Red Card Standard
Primary Red-White-Red Card Categories
The RWR Card is tailored for different applicant profiles. Find the category that matches your professional qualifications:
Very Highly Qualified Workers
For top-tier academics, researchers, and executives who achieve at least 70 points on the official Austrian scoring matrix without needing an initial job offer.
- 6-month job seeker visa to find employment in Austria
- Evaluated on degrees, publications, awards & salary
- Direct conversion upon securing a matching job contract
Skilled Workers in Shortages
For professionals in vocational or technical trades listed on Austria's official Mangelberufe (Shortage Occupation List) who meet minimum points.
- Requires a binding job offer meeting minimum salary thresholds
- Covers engineers, IT experts, specialized technicians & trades
- Minimum 55 to 70 points depending on trade criteria
Graduates from Austrian Universities
For international students who have completed a degree program in Austria and wish to transition into the Austrian labor market.
- 12-month extension to find a qualified job after graduation
- Exempt from standard labor market tests (AMS checks)
- Accelerated processing for local graduates
How Austria Calculates Your RWR Points
The AMS (Labor Market Service) evaluates applicants across four fundamental pillars:
Education & Degrees
Points awarded for Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D. degrees or specialized vocational training credentials.
Work Experience
Extra points for professional experience gained domestically or internationally in your field of expertise.
Language Proficiency
Demonstrated knowledge of German (A1/B2) or English (B2/C1) certified by international testing bodies.
Age Advantage
Optimal scoring brackets for applicants under 35 years of age ensuring long-term workforce contribution.
Your 4-Step Journey to the Austria RWR Card
How our legal desk structures your AMS evaluation, visa filing, and residence permit acquisition:
Points Self-Audit & Mapping
We evaluate your academic credentials, language certificates, and work experience to verify if you cross the 70-point threshold.
Job Search / Contract Acquisition
We assist with employer outreach or apply directly under the job seeker visa category if you are highly qualified.
AMS & Embassy Submission
We lodge your application with the Austrian Embassy or local governor's office along with certified translation dossiers.
RWR Card Grant & Settlement
Receive your 24-month work and residence permit, relocate to Vienna or other Austrian states, and apply for RWR Card Plus later.
Check Your Austria Red-White-Red Card Eligibility
Submit your qualifications to our European desk. A senior consultant will audit your points and respond within 2 to 4 business hours.
AMS Compliance Assurance
We verify short-list occupational codes and salary thresholds to ensure smooth AMS labor market approval.
Direct Desk Routing
Inquiries are delivered securely to sunbridgeoutsourcing@gmail.com for swift review.
Speak With an Austrian Immigration Expert
Visit our Nehru Place office or call our European desk hotline.
+91 9650571592