🇦🇹 Austria · Employer-sponsored work
Settlement Permit - Special Cases of Gainful Employment — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,308 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Language level | A1 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 14–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €218 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Documents
- Contract of employment
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/permanent-immigration/other-forms-of-settlement/.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €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.
Minimum monthly income
Job offer
Employer sponsor
Language level
Health insurance
“The third-country national must have health insurance coverage, providing benefits in Austria and covering all risks.”
Age range
Application fee
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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 2026-06-24.