Austria · Skilled Worker Visa

Mobile ICT (Intra-EU Mobility)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
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Challenging

Aufenthaltsbewilligung „Mobile ICT“ under NAG § 58a — short-term (up to 90 days) and long-term (>90 days) mobility for h…

Min income
Processing
180+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Aufenthaltsbewilligung „Mobile ICT“ under NAG § 58a — short-term (up to 90 days) and long-term (>90 days) mobility for holders of an ICT permit issued by another EU Member State. Transposes Directive 2014/66/EU's intra-EU mobility provisions.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
180+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Family AllowedYes
Spouse Can WorkYes
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Vienna
Single (monthly)€2,100
Family (monthly)€3,900
Rent 1BR (center)€1,100
Groceries€525
Transport pass€126
Graz
Single (monthly)€1,805
Family (monthly)€3,400
Rent 1BR (center)€750
Groceries€451
Transport pass€108
Salzburg
Single (monthly)€2,186
Family (monthly)€4,000
Rent 1BR (center)€1,150
Groceries€546
Transport pass€131

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mobile ICT (Intra-EU Mobility)?

Aufenthaltsbewilligung „Mobile ICT“ under NAG § 58a — short-term (up to 90 days) and long-term (>90 days) mobility for holders of an ICT permit issued by another EU Member State. Transposes Directive 2014/66/EU's intra-EU mobility provisions.

Can I bring my family on the Mobile ICT (Intra-EU Mobility)?

Yes, this pathway allows family members including dependents. Your spouse may also be eligible to work.

Can the Mobile ICT (Intra-EU Mobility) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Austria?

Yes. Austria offers 32 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Austria country page.

What is the cost of living in Austria?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Vienna: €2,100/mo; Graz: €1,805/mo; Salzburg: €2,186/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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