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Austria · National (Austria)

Business Investor

Red-White-Red Card — Self-Employed Key Workers

For non-EU entrepreneurs whose Austrian business creates real macroeconomic benefit, via investment or job/technology contribution.

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Pathway overview

For non-EU entrepreneurs whose Austrian business creates real macroeconomic benefit, via investment or job/technology contribution.

Verified via WebSearch, cross-referenced across multiple independent sources (migration.gv.at's own dedicated page): your self-employed occupation must create macroeconomic benefit beyond its own operational benefit — either through a sustained investment of at least €100,000 in an Austrian business with a credible business plan, or by creating/securing jobs in Austria, transferring know-how or new technology, or being of considerable significance for the entire region. AMS assesses the market situation, business plan, evidence of investment transfer, and intended job creation, and sends its opinion to the residence authority.

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Application process

Apply in person at the competent Austrian representation (embassy or consulate) in your home country or country of residence

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Last published
2026-09-05
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