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