The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) of Pakistan has highlighted employment opportunities in Austria for skilled Pakistani workers, particularly in occupations facing labor shortages.
The bureau has encouraged qualified Pakistani workers to explore employment opportunities in Austria through the country’s Red-White-Red Card scheme.
Austria offers several immigration pathways for qualified foreign workers, including skilled professionals seeking employment in occupations where demand for workers exceeds supply.
The initiative highlights potential employment opportunities for Pakistani professionals and skilled workers looking to work abroad.
What is the Red-White-Red Card?
Austria’s Red-White-Red Card is a residence and work permit that allows eligible non-EU nationals to live and work in the country, subject to specific immigration requirements.
The card is generally issued for 2 years and initially permits employment with the employer specified in the application.
Eligible cardholders may later qualify for a Red-White-Red Card Plus, which provides broader access to the Austrian labor market, subject to the applicable conditions.
The BEOE also refers to employment prospects for 2027 and a figure of 15,000 cards.
Sectors and occupations in demand
Several areas in which Pakistani workers may find opportunities, including: Information technology professionals (IT professionals), Trade and retail (Shopkeepers and retail workers), Electronics and electrical engineers, Drivers, Restaurant experts, Chefs and kitchen staff.
Eligibility:
Employment in Austria for applicants who meet the relevant criteria. Eligibility depends on factors such as qualifications, professional experience, language skills, age and, where applicable, a job offer.
However, the precise scope of that figure and the occupations to which it applies should be confirmed through official Austrian sources.
Workers are encouraged to check the specific requirements for their chosen occupation before applying.