As a third-country citizen (outside UK & Europe), you may apply for a Red-White-Red Card (work permit) valid for 24 months without any sponsorship or job offer, if you have relevant work experience and education that is in the high demand in Austria. This work permit is extendable and you might be eligible for Red- White-Red- Card Plus after 24 months.

Presently, following are the few of most highly demanding professions in Austria:

• Graduates in Business Administration MBA, BBA
• Accountants
• Physicians
• Mechanical Engineers
• Power Engineers
• Telecommunication Engineers