Vienna is a city in which it really pays off to live and to work.

In order to successfully and efficiently carry out the first steps you need to take, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the individual headings listed below.

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Handling time at official formalities

In any case, it is essential to plan for a certain lead time in order to be able to complete the necessary formalities. In some cases, applications for visas, residence and work permits must already be submitted in your native country at Austria’s consular offices abroad. Once you have arrived in Austria, you will have to inform yourself about the further steps to be taken to comply with valid legal regulations.

We are happy to assist you!

We are pleased to assist you if you have any questions or wish to establish contacts to public authorities. We can give you advice which professional service providers can help you quickly and efficiently to reach your goals and simultaneously save time and money. It is often recommended to get professional assistance, due to the fact that forms must be filled in in German and in some cases certified translations must be attached to your personal documents.