Austria•EuropeResidence Permit - Seconded Employee
At a Glance
6 months
EUR €218
Typically up to 12 months
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Work permit for seconded employees assigned to Austrian contractors for projects over six months, requiring EUR 218 fee and minimum EUR 15,701 income.
The Residence Permit – Seconded Employee is for third-country nationals sent to Austria by foreign employers without an Austrian establishment to work on contractual assignments exceeding six months. Applicants must secure AMS labor market approval and demonstrate a minimum income of EUR 15,701 annually.
The permit lasts up to 12 months with a EUR 218 application fee; processing typically takes several weeks to six months. Tied strictly to the specified employment contract and employer, this temporary permit offers no family reunification or spousal work rights, and provides no pathway to permanent settlement.
This visa is ideal for specialized professionals on temporary deployment to Austria to fulfill specific contractual obligations beyond six months.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be a third-country national.
Must be seconded by a foreign employer without a business establishment in Austria to an Austrian contractor to fulfill contractual obligations.
Must possess a valid security certificate (Sicherungsbescheinigung) from the Public Employment Service (AMS) confirming a positive labor market test, or an employment permit (Beschäftigungsbewilligung) as a seconded employee.
Must have a fixed and regular income to cover living costs without resorting to social welfare (standard rates of the General Social Insurance Act - ASVG).
Must have health insurance coverage that provides benefits in Austria.
Must provide proof of locally customary accommodation (e.g., rental agreement).
Must not pose a threat to public order or security.
The stay must be for a specific purpose and for a duration exceeding six months (stays under six months require a visa instead).
KEY CRITERIA
Min. Income
15,701 EUR/yr
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed and signed application form.
Valid travel document (e.g., passport).
Current passport photo (not older than 6 months, meeting EU criteria).
Birth certificate.
Security certificate (Sicherungsbescheinigung) or employment permit (Beschäftigungsbewilligung) issued by the AMS.
Proof of health insurance coverage in Austria.
Proof of locally customary accommodation (e.g., lease contract).
Proof of sufficient financial means (e.g., pay slips, employment contract).
Police clearance certificate (Strafregisterbescheinigung) if requested.
Marriage/divorce/partnership certificates (if applicable).
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Full work authorization for the duration of your secondment assignment in Austria
- Residence permit valid for up to 12 months per grant period
- Application fee of EUR 218 with transparent cost structure for approval
- Clear legal framework designed for professional secondments exceeding six months
- Employer-sponsored process streamlines administrative requirements and approvals
- Secondment-specific provisions recognize temporary assignment status clearly
Worth Knowing
- Work authorization restricted to your seconding employer; cannot change jobs freely
- Family members are generally not permitted to immigrate under this permit
- Strictly temporary status with no pathway to permanent residence after secondment ends
- Requires AMS security certificate or employment permit confirming labor market approval
- Secondment must exceed 6 months; shorter stays require a standard work visa instead
Application Process
Gather all necessary documents including proof of employment and AMS approval
Submit application in person at the competent Austrian embassy or consulate in your home country
Wait for the decision and invitation from the Austrian authorities
Apply for a Visa D (if required) to enter Austria
Enter Austria and collect the residence permit from the local immigration authority
Application Forms
| Form B – Residence Permit Application for Third-Country Nationals (Form 029_2025) | Fill online |
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