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Why migrate to Austria?

  • Easy access to many European countries
  • Highly efficient social security system
  • Best career opportunities for skilled employees
  • High quality of life
  • Outstanding healthcare system

Austria – The best choice while migrating to Europe

Are you willing to migrate to an amazing country in Europe? Austria would be among the best choices available for you. It will undoubtedly be a life-changing experience.

Do you know that Austria is a visa-free country for UAE citizens? Sounds exciting, right! If you are ready, as a resident in UAE, you must go ahead and make efforts to get an Austria Schengen visa.

What immigrants find great about migrating to Austria from the UAE?

Austria comprises  9 provinces, each having its own capital. The country is home to tall mountains, breathtaking landscapes, picturesque lakes, palaces, castles, etc. Apart from this, Austria is one of the richest countries in the world by GDP terms and the most powerful economy in the European Union.

The country’s economy is mainly supported by small and medium enterprises such as:

  • Food industries
  • Machine and Steel industry
  • Chemical and Vehicle industry
  • Electric and Electronic industry
  • Wood and Paper industry

Austria is ranked high for levels of satisfaction for immigrants, and hence most of the Emirates and expats residing in UAE are choosing Austria as the best destination to immigrate.

The main reasons for Austria immigration include:

  • Rich in monetary wealth
  • Excellent cultural offerings
  • Beautiful landscapes
  • High levels of well-being in the population
  • Outstanding transportation links
  • Affordable childcare and education
  • Perfect work-life balance and a lot more
How to proceed with Austria immigration from UAE?

Austria immigration is a straight and easy process. The different types of immigration process include:

  • Permanent immigration
  • Non-permanent residence
  • Residence for a fixed term

If you plan to move for more than six months, then you need to apply for a residence permit before Austria immigration. There are various residence permits for Austria immigration. These include:

  • Red-White-Red Card
  • EU Blue Card
  • Settlement permit Researcher and Researcher-Mobility
  • Settlement permit for extended family members of EEA nationals or Swiss nationals
  • Student
  • ICT and mobile ICT
  • Volunteers
Criteria-based immigration to Austria

The expats from UAE will be issued with Red-White-Red Card, if they belong to any one of the following groups:

  • Very Highly Qualified Workers
  • Skilled Workers in Shortage Occupations
  • Other Key Workers
  • Graduates of Austrian Universities and Colleges of Higher Education
  • Self-employed Key Workers
  • Start-up Founders
Different types of visas for Austria immigration from UAE

There are different types of visa for Austria immigration, which includes:

  • Work Permits and Employment-Based Visas
  • Self-Employment Visas
  • Residency Permits both Temporary and Permanent
  • Family Visas
Points distribution for skilled workers

If you are a skilled worker and willing to migrate to Austria, check the below points calculator to get the marks.

Eligibility criteria for skilled workers Points allotted
Qualification Maximum allowable points: 30
Completed vocational education/training in the shortage occupation 20
General eligibility for university admission 25
Completion of a programme of studies with a minimum duration of three years at an institution of tertiary education 30
Work experience matching one’s qualification Maximum allowable points: 20
Work experience (per year) 2
Work experience in Austria (per year) 4
German language skills Maximum allowable points: 15
Elementary use of the German language on a basic level (A1 level) 5
German language skills for the intensified elementary use of the language (A2 level) 10
German language skills for the independent use of the language (B1 level) 15
English language skills Maximum allowable points: 10
English language skills for the intensified elementary use of the language (A2 level) 5
English language skills for the independent use of the language (B1 level) 10
Age Maximum allowable points: 15
Up to 30 years of age 15
Up to 40 years of age 10
Sum total of maximum allowable points: 90
Required minimum: 55
Most in-demand jobs in Austria

The most in-demand jobs in Austria and the annual wages, are listed in the table below:

Occupation Annual Salary (in Euros)
Accounting 40,000 – 50,000
IT 48,000 – 55, 000
Marketing 46,000 – 52,000
Engineering 45,000 – 52,000
Finance 65,000 – 72,000
HR 45,000 – 60,000
Healthcare 60,000 – 130,000
Hospitality 20,000 – 45,000
Requirements for Austria immigration from UAE

The primary requirements for immigrating to Austria from UAE includes:

  • As per the above points table, they need to score atleast 55 points.
  • Fixed and regular personal income enables you to cover your living costs.
  • Health Insurance Coverage, which benefits in Austria and covers all risks
  • Evidence for accommodation in Austria
Procedure to apply for Austria immigration from UAE

The candidate who meets the requirements can apply for Austria Immigration by following the below steps:

Step 1: Should check the eligibility with the help of a score calculator.

Step 2: Submit the duly filled forms (Forms should be submitted in person).

Step 3: Select the appropriate type of visa.

Step 4: Gather the requirements for the particular type of visa (If the candidate is a minor, parents have to sign the form).

Step 5: The processing time required is one month.

How can Y-Axis assist you?

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