🇦🇹 Austria · Student
Residence Permit – Student – mobility programme or agreement between higher education institutions — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €778 |
| Minimum annual salary | €723 |
| Education | post-secondary |
| Language level | B2 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €218 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Valid travel document
- Passport-sized photograph (colour, 3.5 x 4.5 cm, not older than 6 months)
- Proof of sufficient financial means
- Accommodation in Austria for a minimum of 3 months
- Proof of health insurance covering all risks
- Declaration of regular expenses (loans, maintenance, or other financial burdens)
- Copy of passport (all pages) (for first-time application)
- Police clearance certificate (for first-time application)
- Notification/confirmation of admission of the Austrian higher education institution
- Confirmation of admission/of participation in an Union or multilateral mobility programme or an agreement between two or more higher education institutions
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://oead.at/en/to-austria/entry-and-residence/residence-permit-student-mobility-programme.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €778.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
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.
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“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: The "Residence Permit – Student" is intended for nationals of third countries who have been admitted to study at a higher education institut”
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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 2026-06-22.