Live in Austria as a worker in tourism, agriculture or forestry

The Regular Worker track means your eligibility is built on your specific sector experience and expertise rather than just academic degrees.
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Who is this Red-White-Red Card for?

This path is for non-EU nationals with hands-on experience in Austria's tourism, hospitality, agriculture, or forestry sectors. Unlike other Red-White-Red Card tracks, eligibility here is not based on a points score — it is based on your work history, a valid job offer, and basic German language skills. That makes it one of the most direct routes to a work and residence permit in Austria for experienced sector workers. mypaperwork handles the paperwork from eligibility check to submission, so you can focus on the adventure ahead.

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What this path means for you

No points threshold

The Regular Worker track falls outside of the standard points calculator. Your sector experience is what counts most, not a university degree.

Full right to work

Once issued, you can work for your named employer. After 2 years, you can upgrade to a Red-White-Red Plus card for unrestricted market access.

Path to permanent residence

After five years of legal residence, you can apply for the Daueraufenthalt EU, the most secure long-term status in Austria.

Who qualifies?

  • Work experience: employed for at least 7 months in the last two years in tourism, hospitality, or agriculture.
  • Language skills: proof of German language skills at A1 level
  • Job offer: you have a binding job offer from an employer

Eligiblity is built on what you have done, not where you studied.

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How it works

A clear, four-step process to your Austrian residence permit.

1

Check your eligibility

We confirm you meet the requirements before you spend a cent.

2

Prepare your documents

Get a personalized checklist for your employment records and certificates.

3

Expert review

A human expert reviews your application to ensure it meets MA35 standards.

4

Receive your card

Once approved, your RWR Card is issued and you are ready to work.

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Red-White-Red Card Application Support

Complete application support for tourism, agriculture, and forestry professionals.

Eligibility Verification

Official calculation against the 40-point requirement.

Document Management

Digital organization of all required sector evidence.

Expert Human Review

Final check by an Austrian immigration specialist.

MA35 Support

Guidance for your in-person appointment in Vienna.

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Why mypaperwork

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Simple to understand, forms filled for you

We translate complex legal requirements into simple, actionable steps. No jargon.

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Human expert review

Every application is checked by a real person to prevent delays or rejections.

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Frequently asked questions

Some helpful tips on the Red-White-Red Card for regular workers.

It is a specific residence and work permit for non-EU nationals with experience in the tourism, hospitality, agriculture, or forestry sectors.

This track has no points requirements. It relies on your work experience and basic knowledge of the German language. mypaperwork helps you to confirm your experience makes you eligible before you get start on your application.

Yes, this permit is tied to a specific employer in one of the eligible sectors.

You generally need proof of work experience (like employer references), vocational training certificates, language diplomas, and standard identity documents. Our platform will guide you through your necessary documents, and even fill your application forms for you.

Processing times vary by authority, but typically take 8 to 12 weeks once the complete application is submitted to the MA35 or regional office.

mypaperwork provides a digital platform to confirm your eligibility, organize your documents, fill your forms for you, and a human expert review to ensure your application is perfect before submission.

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Red-White-Red Card — Regular Workers Application

AI-assisted, human-verified. Every application is double-checked by our Austrian immigration experts.

Free eligibility check

We confirm you meet the sector criteria before you spend anything.

Personalised document checklist

Generated from your profile with real-time progress tracking.

AI-assisted form preparation

Forms auto-fill from your data with errors flagged before submission.

Expert review

An Austrian immigration expert reviews your full application before submission.

Submission and status tracking

We submit to the authorities and keep you updated at every stage.

MA35 support

Guidance for your in-person appointment in Vienna or your regional authority.

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