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🇦🇹 Austria

Citizenship Visa

Austrian naturalization requires 10 years continuous residence (6 years for EU nationals, Austrian spouses married 5+ years, or those demonstrating exceptional personal/professional integration). Citizenship also available after 15 years with demonstrated integration or 30 years as a right. Requirements include B1 German proficiency (government plans to raise to B2), knowledge of Austrian democratic system and history through exam, clean criminal record, and proof of stable income for past 36 months. Dual citizenship generally NOT permitted — applicants must renounce previous nationality. Austrian passport provides visa-free access to 189 countries. Planned 2026 changes include mandatory citizenship course through ÖIF.

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Processing Time

12-24 months

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Cost

€1,115 (varies by province)

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Duration

Permanent

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 110 years continuous residence (6 years for EU/spouse/exceptional integration)
  • 2B1 German language proficiency (B2 planned)
  • 3Pass citizenship exam (democratic system, history)
  • 4Stable income for past 36 months (last 6 months before application)
  • 5No serious criminal convictions or pending charges
  • 6Renunciation of previous citizenship
  • 7Health insurance coverage
  • 8No severe administrative offences

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