Austria family reunification visa
1 current source-backed family reunification pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-13
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification | Third-country spouses, registered partners and unmarried minor children may join a qualifying sponsor in Austria for stays over six months; applicants generally need adequate funds, health insurance and housing. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification | Application fee | 218 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 6 months | Official source |
| Family reunification | First permit valid for | 36 months | Official source |
| Family reunification | Family member may work | with their own permit | Official source |
| Family reunification | Language level required | A1 (German) | Official source |
| Family reunification | Sponsor's income required | 2,064.12 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification | Where to apply | at a consulate or in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Family reunification | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |