{"id":1795,"date":"2025-06-10T10:13:48","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T08:13:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/world4europe.com\/red-white-red-card-for-other-key-workers\/"},"modified":"2025-08-26T15:35:38","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T13:35:38","slug":"red-white-red-card-for-other-key-workers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/world4europe.com\/en\/red-white-red-card-for-other-key-workers\/","title":{"rendered":"Red-white-red card for other key workers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1795\" class=\"elementor elementor-1795 elementor-1653\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4fa6dcd cspt-col-stretched-none cspt-bg-color-over-image elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4fa6dcd\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-22b42d9 cspt-bg-color-over-image\" data-id=\"22b42d9\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32ed7d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"32ed7d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Obtain the red-white-red card through the \u201ckey<\/strong> <strong>workers\u201d recruiting process!<br \/><\/strong><strong>Recruiting skilled workers from third countries: The red-white-red card for other key workers<\/strong><\/p><p>For Austrian companies looking to employ qualified professionals from third countries, the <strong>red-white-red card for other key workers<\/strong> offers a great opportunity \u2013 even if the desired occupation is not listed on the shortage occupation list. This model enables employers to bring skilled workers with recognized qualifications and a minimum salary to Austria, helping to address targeted labor shortages.<\/p><p><strong>Key requirements for companies<\/strong><\/p><ol><li><strong>Qualification of the skilled worker<\/strong><br \/>The candidate must have <strong>completed vocational training or hold a university degree<\/strong> that is relevant to the expected position. Companies should ensure in advance that the qualification matches the job requirements.<\/li><li><strong>Employment contract with minimum salary<\/strong><br \/>The employment contract must provide for a gross monthly salary of at least <strong>\u20ac<\/strong> <strong>3,225<\/strong> (as of 2025). For applicants under 30 years of age, a reduced threshold of around <strong>\u20ac<\/strong> <strong>2,688<\/strong> applies.<br \/>This minimum salary is a core requirement for a successful application. Note that allowances and overtime pay do not count towards this threshold.<\/li><li><strong>Job-qualification match<\/strong><br \/>The job offer must be a precise fit for the applicant\u2019s qualifications. A job description clearly tailored to the applicant\u2019s training and work experience improves the chances of approval.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Labor market check by AMS<\/strong><\/p><p>Before the Red-White-Red Card is issued, the <strong>Public Employment Service (AMS)<\/strong> conducts a labor market test to determine whether the position can be filled by a candidate already available on the Austrian or EU labor market. This protects the domestic labor market but may pose a challenge for employers.<\/p><p>To speed up the process, it is advisable to coordinate with the AMS early and submit all required documents completely.<\/p><p><strong>Benefits for your company<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Independence from the shortage occupation list:<\/strong> You can hire professionals for jobs not currently considered as shortage occupations.<\/li><li><strong>Securing key positions:<\/strong> Especially suitable for specialized roles and management positions, this scheme enables you to attract the talent you need.<\/li><li><strong>Long-term perspective:<\/strong> After two years, the red-white-red card plus grants unrestricted access to the labor market, offering a long-term perspective for both the company and the skilled worker.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>What companies should keep in mind<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>The red-white-red Card application is submitted by the applicants themselves or jointly with you as the employer. With the support of world4europe, you save yourself a lot of time and hassle.<\/li><li>Meeting the salary thresholds is mandatory \u2013 offers below the minimum will lead to rejection.<\/li><li>The applicant must achieve the required score on the point-based system (at least 55 out of 90 points).<\/li><li>Support your skilled worker in preparing the necessary documents, especially those proving education, work experience, and language skills.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Where to get further support?<\/strong><\/p><p>The <strong>AMS<\/strong> and the <strong>Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy (BMAW)<\/strong> offer comprehensive guidance for companies seeking to recruit from abroad. Additionally, there are many advisory centers and migration services to help facilitate the process.<br \/>You can also contact <a href=\"http:\/\/www.world4europe.com\">world4europe.com<\/a> \u2013 a partner who will handle everything for you, from recruitment to all administrative work related to obtaining the red-white-red card and organizing the worker\u2019s arrival.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udc49 Migration portal for employers: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.migration.gv.at\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.migration.gv.at<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udc49 AMS \u2013 skilled workers from abroad: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.at\/unternehmen\/service-zur-personalsuche\/beschaeftigung-auslaendischer-arbeitskraefte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.ams.at\/unternehmen\/service-zur-personalsuche\/beschaeftigung-auslaendischer-arbeitskraefte<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><br \/>The red-white-red card for other key workers is a flexible tool that allows companies to hire skilled professionals from third countries \u2013 even outside the shortage occupation Llst. 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