Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: Austria offers pathways for entrepreneurs, investors, and startup founders via the Red-White-Red Card scheme. These visas facilitate long-term residence based on significant economic contribution, business innovation, and job creation in Austria.
Eligibility: For self-employed: Significant economic benefit (e.g., EUR 100k investment, job creation). For startups: Innovative business plan, secure funding (EUR 50k), points system for qualifications.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 24 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.migration.gv.at/en/welcome-to-austria/permanent-residence-red-white-red-card/start-up-founders/
Summary: Attracts entrepreneurs, investors, and start-up founders to Austria. Requires significant economic contribution, investment, or an innovative business plan with secure funding. Offers a path to long-term residency and EU market access.