Residence permit for self-employed gainful activity / business founders (Niederlassungsbewilligung – Selbständige Erwerbstätigkeit)

Detailed information for this visa type in Austria.

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Entry: multiple

Stay: issued for the duration necessary to establish and run the business (initial validity commonly up to 24 months; renewable)

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Visa details

Fee

0 EUR (Administrative fees apply; no single statutory flat 'investor visa' fee. See official guidance.)

Max stay

issued for the duration necessary to establish and run the business (initial validity commonly up to 24 months; renewable)

Validity

initial validity varies; renewable based on business activity and compliance

Entry type

multiple

Extendable

yes

Work allowed

yes (for the declared business activity)

Sponsorship required

no (applicant's own business serves as basis)

Financial requirements

investment_amount

Health insurance required

yes

Path to permanent residency

conditional (possible if statutory requirements met)

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies; often months (evaluation of business plan and economic interest)

Official reference

Always verify details with the official source.

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