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Austria Family Reunification Visa (Red-White-Red Card Plus)
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Austria:
Family Reunification Visa (Red-White-Red Card Plus)

Complete visa assistance and MEA Apostille for family members of Austrian residents. All certificates must be apostilled and translated to German.

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Duration

Aligned with the sponsor's RWR Card or residency permit validity.

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Permit Scope

Enables family members to live, study, and work legally in Austria.

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MEA Legalisation

Apostille & document translation

"Bring your family members to live with you in Austria under legal residency."

task_altCore Eligibility Criteria

  • check_circleSponsor's Red-White-Red Card or residency permit copy.
  • check_circleSponsor full passport photocopy.
  • check_circleOriginal Marriage Certificate - Apostille valid within 3 months.
  • check_circleOriginal Birth Certificate (for children) - Apostille valid within 3 months.
  • check_circleGerman A1 language certificate (or integration agreement proof).
  • check_circlePassport Office PCC - valid for 6 months (Apostille valid within 3 months).
  • check_circleFinancial support proof matching ASVG reference rates (approx. €1,921/month for couples).
  • check_circleApplicant's full passport photocopy.
  • check_circlePassport size photos with 80% face coverage and white background.

fact_checkComprehensive Document Checklist

Check all mandatory papers required for submission at the Austria Embassy / Consulate.

1. General Identity & Application Papers

  • checkApplicant's full passport photocopy.
  • checkPassport-size photographs (80% face coverage, white background).
  • checkSponsor residency permit photocopy.
  • checkSponsor passport photocopy.

2. Critical Certificates & Translation Requirements

Original Marriage Certificate
Apostille Req.Translation

Original certificate with Hague Apostille issued within the last 3 months, and German Certified Translation.

Original Birth Certificate
Apostille Req.Translation

For children under 18, with Hague Apostille and German Certified Translation.

Passport Office PCC (Police Clearance)
Apostille Req.Translation

PCC valid for 6 months, and Hague Apostille issued within the last 3 months, with German Certified Translation.

German A1 Language Certificate

Official language skills proof from certified institute (ÖSD, Goethe-Institut).

Proof of Accommodation
Translation

Rental contract or property deed confirming housing adequacy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding Austria Family Visa application requirements.

Do I need Certified Translations to German?

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Yes. Any certificate (Marriage, PCC, Medical) submitted for an Austrian visa must be translated to German by a translator certified by the Austrian Courts (Gerichtlich beeidigter Dolmetscher). We provide certified Certified Translations recognized by Austrian authorities.

Do Austrian consulates require Apostille on all certificates?

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Yes. All certificates must be legalized with a Hague Apostille in your country of origin before they can be translated and submitted for your visa.

What is the German A1 requirement for Austria?

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For family reunification and settlement permits, applicants must prove basic German skills (A1 level) prior to entry. The certificate must be issued by a recognized testing institute (Goethe-Institut, ÖSD) and is valid for 1 year from the date of issue.