Austria•Europe2 months
EUR €218
Varies by filing options
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Residence permit for doctoral researchers from other EU member states to conduct research in Austria with an approved institution, renewable for up to 2 years.
The Residence Permit – Researcher Mobility allows third-country nationals holding a valid 'Researcher' residence title from another EU member state to conduct research in Austria. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent university degree and secure a hosting agreement with a certified Austrian research institution.
The permit is issued for up to two years and is renewable if requirements remain met. EUR 218 application fee applies, with processing typically within eight weeks. Work authorization is restricted to the hosting research institution. Spouses have unrestricted work rights.
This visa is ideal for PhD-qualified researchers already authorized to work in another EU state who seek to continue their scientific collaboration at an Austrian research institution.
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
AustriaMust be a third-country national holding a valid 'Researcher' residence title from another EU member state (excluding Ireland and Denmark).
Must have a doctoral/PhD degree or a university degree allowing access to doctoral programs.
Must have a hosting agreement with a certified research institution in Austria.
Must prove sufficient financial resources to cover living costs.
Must have locally customary accommodation in Austria.
Must have health insurance covering all risks.
No threat to public order or security.
Education
doctorate or higher
Completed application form.
Valid travel document (passport).
Passport-sized photograph (not older than 6 months).
Valid residence title 'Researcher' from another EU member state.
Hosting agreement with an Austrian research institution.
Proof of academic qualifications (PhD or equivalent).
Proof of sufficient financial resources.
Proof of locally customary accommodation.
Proof of health insurance.
Police clearance certificate (for initial application).
| Form B – Application for Residence Permit (Third-Country Nationals) | — |
| Explanation Form 16 – Aufenthaltsbewilligung Forscher-Mobilität | — |
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