Who qualifies for the Family Member permit (Familienangehörige) in Austria?

This permit is for non-EU nationals joining an Austrian citizen or long-term resident. It covers spouses, registered partners (21+), unmarried children under 18, and dependent parents or grandparents. Life partners may also qualify if they can prove a long-term relationship.

What permit will I receive — is it a Red-White-Red Card Plus?

If your sponsor is an Austrian citizen, you receive the Family Member permit (Aufenthaltstitel Familienangehöriger). If they are a long-term resident, you may receive a Red-White-Red Card Plus. Both allow you to work anywhere in Austria without a separate permit.

Do I need to speak German to get this permit?

Most applicants need basic German at A1 level before the permit is issued. You must provide a certificate from an approved school (like Goethe-Institut or ÖIF) that is less than a year old. Exemptions apply for children under 14 and certain health conditions.

Can I apply for my permit from inside Austria?

Family members of Austrian citizens can usually apply from inside Austria after a lawful entry. Most other applicants must submit their first application at an Austrian embassy or consulate in their home country.

Is this pathway subject to an annual immigration quota?

Family members of Austrian citizens are NOT subject to the quota. However, family members of long-term residents are subject to an annual cap, making the timing of your application very important.

What documents do I need?

You will need your passport, marriage or relationship proof, your sponsor's citizenship/residence proof, evidence of accommodation, health insurance, and proof of income. A criminal record extract from your home country is also required.

Can I bring my children or parents to Austria?

Yes. Unmarried children under 18 are eligible. Parents and grandparents may also qualify if they are financially dependent on the Austrian sponsor and a liability declaration is signed.

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If your partner, spouse, or parent is an Austrian citizen or long-term resident, you have a clear path to joining them in Austria. The Family Member permit (Familienangehöriger) gives you the right to live and work here without a separate work permit. mypaperwork takes care of the process for you — so you can focus on the move, not the paperwork.

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What this means for you

Here's what the Family Member permit (Familienangehöriger) gives you from day one.

No points system

Unlike work permits, this pathway does not require a points score or a job offer. Eligibility is based on your family relationship.

Full right to work

This permit gives you unrestricted access to the Austrian labor market. You do not need a separate work permit to start a job.

Path to long-term residency

After five years of lawful residence, you can apply for long-term EU residence (Daueraufenthalt-EU), the most secure status available.

Who qualifies for this permit?

Spouses and registered partners (both must be 21 or older)
Unmarried children under 18, including step and adoptive children
Financially dependent parents or grandparents
Life partners who can prove a long-term relationship
Other relatives who lived with the sponsor in their home country

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We confirm your eligibility based on your family relationship and your sponsor's status to ensure this is the right pathway.

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We confirm your eligibility based on your family relationship and your sponsor's status to ensure this is the right pathway.

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We guide you through what you might need, including marriage certificates, proof of income, and German A1 certificates.

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Start your life in Austria together

Once your permit is issued, you can register your address, start working, and begin building your life here.

Start your life in Austria together

Once your permit is issued, you can register your address, start working, and begin building your life here.

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✓ Unrestricted work access

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Start your life in Austria together

We confirm your eligibility based on your family relationship and your sponsor's status to ensure this is the right pathway.

✓ Relationship assessment
✓ Pathway verification

We guide you through what you might need, including marriage certificates, proof of income, and German A1 certificates.

✓ Personalized checklist
✓ Automated form filling
✓ Language requirement guidance

A human expert reviews your complete application. We make sure nothing is missing before it goes to the authorities.

✓ Expert document review
✓ Submission support

Once your permit is issued, you can register your address, start working, and begin building your life here.

✓ Settling-in support
✓ Unrestricted work access

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Common questions

Everything you need to know about joining your family in Austria

: This permit is for non-EU nationals joining an Austrian citizen or long-term resident. It covers spouses, registered partners (21+), unmarried children under 18, and dependent parents or grandparents. Life partners may also qualify if they can prove a long-term relationship.
: If your sponsor is an Austrian citizen, you receive the Family Member permit (Aufenthaltstitel Familienangehöriger). If they are a long-term resident, you may receive a Red-White-Red Card Plus. Both allow you to work anywhere in Austria without a separate permit.
: Most applicants need basic German at A1 level before the permit is issued. You must provide a certificate from an approved school (like Goethe-Institut or ÖIF) that is less than a year old. Exemptions apply for children under 14 and certain health conditions.
: Family members of Austrian citizens can usually apply from inside Austria after a lawful entry. Most other applicants must submit their first application at an Austrian embassy or consulate in their home country.
: Family members of Austrian citizens are NOT subject to the quota. However, family members of long-term residents are subject to an annual cap, making the timing of your application very important.
: You will need your passport, marriage or relationship proof, your sponsor's citizenship/residence proof, evidence of accommodation, health insurance, and proof of income. A criminal record extract from your home country is also required.
: Yes. Unmarried children under 18 are eligible. Parents and grandparents may also qualify if they are financially dependent on the Austrian sponsor and a liability declaration is signed.
: We guide you through the multiple authorities and strict document rules. Our experts build your checklist, verify language exemptions, and review your full application so you can apply with confidence.

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