Available Solutions based on your request:
Austria Start-up Founder Residence Permit
Active Investor Visas
Region:
Europe
Country:
Austria
Program Final:
Work visa (residence permit for founders), path to Permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship after 10 years.
Simplicity:
Speed in month(s):
3
Education:
No formal requirement, but strong business/innovation background preferred
Price:
The cost structure for Austria Start-up Founder Residence Permit includes government filing fees, legal support, due diligence, document legalization, and the qualifying investment, contribution, or capital placement. Overall spend can often be expected near $54,000 USD, while the precise figure will move with applicant count, route choice, and any extra professional assistance. Request a tailored cost review from our team.
Investment
requirements:
Minimum €50,000 seed capital per founder (at least half as own funds); proof of sufficient resources for living expenses (~€2,000/month); health insurance; viable innovative business plan
Dependents:
Spouse or registered partner aged 21 or over and unmarried minor children may join through family reunification; each receives a separate permit with its own fee. Parents and siblings are not included.
Description:
The Austria Start-up Founder Residence Permit is designed for non-EU/EEA/Swiss entrepreneurs aiming to establish innovative, scalable businesses in Austria. Target applicants should present a high-potential business plan that introduces new products, technologies, or services with a clear strategy for growth and internationalization.Successful applicants gain the right to live and work in Austria for up to three years, with the permit renewable if business targets are met. Family reunification is possible. The program enables a path toward permanent residence and citizenship through continuous legal residence, language proficiency, and integration.Key distinguishing features include the innovation assessment (minimum 50 out of 85 points in an official evaluation), mandatory minimum seed capital, and emphasis on entrepreneurial expertise or technical experience. The process is competitive, and only a limited number of permits are issued annually.