Overview
Changing residence purpose needs planning so the current status is not put at unnecessary risk.
Check current permit and expiry
Collect requirements for new purpose
Clarify quota and authority
NAG sections 24 para 4 and 26
Why change can be sensitive
Work, education, family and settlement have different requirements.
Refusal and current residence
A refused change does not always mean that the current title is lost. Procedures must be separated.
No avoidance strategy
Change of purpose is not a way around an active entry ban.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change purpose during a current permit?
It can be possible, depending on status, new purpose and requirements.
Must I leave Austria again?
This depends on the current status and requested title.
Related pages
Next step: Assess change. This orientation does not replace review of the individual file.