The following requirements must be met for any residence title to be granted:
- Adequate means of subsistence:
The third-country national must have a fixed and regular own income enabling him/her to meet his/her livelihood without resorting to welfare aid from local authorities. They must have a regular monthly income (e.g. Austrian or foreign pensions, profits from enterprises abroad, income from assets, savings or company shares) equaling of the standard rates of the General Social Insurance Act (ASVG)2024: For Singles € 1.217,96, for married couples or partnerships € 1.921,46 and € 187.93 additionally for each child. - Health insurance coverage:
The third-country national must have health insurance coverage, providing benefits in Austria and covering all risks. - Adequate accommodation according to local standards:
The third-country national must provide evidence of a legal title to an accommodation (e.g. by presenting a lease contract) considered adequate for his/her family size according to local standards.