WORK in AUSTRIA supports companies in Austria in attracting and employing international skilled workers. From connecting with suitable candidates in our target countries and navigating residence and employment regulations to onboarding, we provide advice, information, and practical support from a single source.
WORK in AUSTRIA is the central point of contact for companies seeking to employ international skilled workers. We support businesses in attracting talent, provide guidance on residence permits, and assist both companies and skilled workers throughout every step of the immigration process to Austria.
Our experts provide a concrete assessment of the options available to you specifically and show which requirements are relevant for employing international skilled workers. The advice is provided free of charge and under a government mandate.
Clear answers to complex questions
You receive an assessment of which residence permits and work permits are available for international skilled workers in your company, which documents are required and which conditions must be met for employment in Austria. Clearly presented and tailored specifically to you.
Detailed, transparent and reliable
Advice from WORK in AUSTRIA is provided in writing by email and is deliberately structured so that information stays clearly documented and traceable for companies at all times. Nothing gets lost
A service point that understands your needs
Whether you need an initial overview or have a specific question: You receive an individual assessment based on your specific vacancy – including clear recommendations on how to run the process efficiently.
Register your company on the Talent Hub and lay the groundwork for reaching international skilled workers in a targeted way.
Post your open positions and make your company visible to the right international talent.
Find interesting candidates and connect directly with qualified international skilled workers. Use our digital search agent to be notified automatically about suitable profiles.
The skilled workers’ shortage is not a short-term phenomenon. Companies in Austria face structural changes that call for new approaches to attracting skilled workers.
Many companies are already unable to fill vacancies promptly. The shortage of skilled workers is one of the biggest growth risks for Austria as a business location.
This means: the bottleneck has already become an everyday reality.
Austria’s labour pool will continue to shrink in the coming years. At the same time, demand for qualified skilled workers is rising.
This means: the shortage of skilled workers is structural and will continue to intensify.
Many companies are already largely exhausting the domestic labour market. Even with intensive recruitment measures, it is often no longer possible to fully fill all vacancies.
This means: International recruitment significantly broadens the scope for action.
International talents contribute far more to business development than simply filling vacancies. They bring additional skills, market knowledge, international networks and new perspectives to companies.
Companies that turn to international skilled workers early secure long-term advantages in the competition for talent.
This means: International recruitment is a strategic decision for the future.
When vacancies cannot be filled by the available workforce, or when the job requirements are highly specific, international recruitment can be a worthwhile addition – particularly in shortage occupations and specialised functions.
International skilled workers are in high demand, particularly in sectors such as IT, engineering, life sciences and other fields. WORK in AUSTRIA helps you gain access to these skilled workers – above all through the Talent Hub or information on suitable international career events.
Different conditions apply depending on citizenship and qualifications. In many cases, a residence permit is required in order to work in Austria. The precise classification depends on the individual case.
For the employment of international skilled workers, various residence permits are available, such as the Red-White-Red Card or the EU Blue Card. The most suitable option depends on factors including the candidate’s qualifications, the planned employment, and the specific working conditions. WORK in AUSTRIA supports companies in identifying the appropriate residence permit and clarifying the next steps in the application process.
The timeframe depends on the particular procedure, the completeness of the documents and the relevant authorities. Thorough preparation and a complete set of documents speed up the process considerably.
WORK in AUSTRIA supports companies free of charge with questions on international skilled workers, residence permits and work permits. You receive an assessment of the options available to you specifically, which documents are required and which conditions must be met to fill your vacancy.
For a concrete assessment of your situation, we recommend that you contact us directly. That way, we can show you precisely which options and procedures are suitable for your company.
WORK in AUSTRIA supports companies and international skilled workers throughout every key step of the immigration process. Together, we clarify which residence permit is suitable for the planned employment, which requirements need to be met and which documents are required.
We provide information on each stage of the procedure, assist with the preparation of application documents, and support both companies and professionals throughout the official application process. We also offer guidance on questions related to residence, employment, and the next steps leading up to the start of work in Austria.
Our goal is to provide companies and professionals with clear guidance and to make the immigration process as transparent and straightforward as possible.
No. WORK in AUSTRIA is not a recruitment agency, it does not fill specific vacancies, nor does it pre-screen potential candidates, either. Companies do, however, receive support with questions on international skilled workers, residence permits, work permits and procedures. In addition, the Talent Hub gives companies the opportunity to target international skilled workers and make vacancies visible.
