🇦🇹 Austria · Cultural Exchange
Social Service Employee — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | EUR 1,308 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €218 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/temporary-residence/.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show EUR 1,308.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The applicant must have health insurance coverage providing benefits in Austria.”
“The authority may also require... a current criminal record extract from the applicant's country of origin.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.