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Austria's Independent Means Visas

The Independent Means Visa in Austria offers residency to qualified individuals who can demonstrate substantial financial resources and a stable passive income from foreign sources.

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Discover the Independent Means Visa in Austria

The Independent Means Visa program in Austria provides a pathway to residency for financially self-sufficient individuals. This program is designed to attract retirees, entrepreneurs, and other individuals looking to establish residency in a European country with a high standard of living, rich cultural heritage, and excellent healthcare system.

Importe mínimo de ingresos

€24,000 per year for a single applicant

Países sin visado

177

Meses para el visado

3-5 months

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A Snapshot of Independent Means Visa in Austria

A pathway to residency for qualified individuals with substantial financial means in Austria

Requisitos

Individuals with sufficient financial resources and passive income from foreign sources

Restricciones de anclaje

Meses para la ciudadanía

Duración del visado

Initial 1-year residency, renewable annually

Meses para el visado

3-5 months

Requisito de presencia física

183 days per year

Disponibilidad

Limited (annual quota of about 450 permits)

Subsidio familiar

Cónyuge e hijos

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Benefits of Independent Means Visa in Austria

The program offers numerous advantages for individuals looking to establish their presence in Austria's sophisticated and culturally rich environment.

  • Path to permanent residency after 5 years and potential citizenship after 10 years
  • Access to Austria's world-class healthcare and education systems
  • Libertad para viajar por el espacio Schengen

How to Apply for the Independent Means Visa in Austria

Submit application at the Austrian embassy or consulate in your country of residence, or at a magistrate in Austria if already present in the country.

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Requirements for Austria's Independent Means Visa

To qualify for the Independent Means Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their financial stability and self-sufficiency.

  • Prove a yearly passive income of at least €24,000 for a single applicant (higher for couples and families)
  • Demostrar que los ingresos son estables y regulares
  • Secure suitable accommodation in Austria (owned or rented)
  • Obtener una cobertura sanitaria completa
  • Tener antecedentes penales limpios
  • Demonstrate basic German language proficiency (A1 level)

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Documents Needed for Austria's Independent Means Visas

Formulario de solicitud de visado cumplimentado

Fotografías recientes tamaño carné

Pasaporte válido

Proof of passive income

Bank statements

Certificados de antecedentes penales

Proof of accommodation in Austria

Cobertura sanitaria

Proof of sufficient funds in an Austrian bank account

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FAQs about Austria's Independent Means Visas

¿Cuánto se tarda en tramitar una solicitud de visado de medios independientes?

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¿Puedo incluir a los miembros de mi familia en mi solicitud de visado de medios independientes?

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What types of income qualify for the Independent Means Visa?

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¿Con qué frecuencia debo renovar mi permiso de residencia?

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Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Austrian citizenship?

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Why Austria

Austria offers a high quality of life, excellent infrastructure, and a rich cultural heritage for foreign residents.

Ventajas:

  • Stable economy and political environment
  • Sistema sanitario de alta calidad
  • Hermosos paisajes naturales

Ventajas:

  • Ubicación en Europa Central
  • Rich cultural and historical heritage
  • Safe and clean cities

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