Red-White-Red Card & Post-Brexit Migration for UK Citizens
A comprehensive guide for United Kingdom citizens wishing to live and work in Austria.
Following Brexit, UK citizens are now considered 'third-country nationals' in Austria. This means you no longer have freedom of movement and must apply for a residence and work permit (such as the Red-White-Red Card) for stays exceeding 90 days for employment purposes. The points-based system evaluates your eligibility based on qualifications, experience, and age.
The primary route for skilled UK professionals. Combines residence and work rights for a specific employer for 24 months.
For highly qualified workers with a binding job offer exceeding the minimum salary threshold (approx. €66,000).
Allows the highly qualified (meeting 70+ points) to visit Austria for 6 months to secure a contract.
Obtain a binding offer from an Austrian company. They must complete the Employer's Declaration.
Use the RWR Card calculator to ensure you meet the point threshold for your specific category.
Submit your application at the Austrian Embassy in London or VFS Global. Fee is approx. €150.
The Labor Market Service (AMS) reviews the application. Decision takes 2-3 months.
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The Embassy handles all long-term D-Visa and Red-White-Red Card applications. Ensure all documents are translated if not in English or German.
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