Legal Blog by Mag. Osai Amiri, MSc

Legal Expertise in Immigration and Real Estate Law - My Blog for Legal Matters

Welcome to my blog, which primarily focuses on immigration and real estate law. Particularly, you will find articles on residency and settlement law, citizenship law, asylum law, European law, administrative law, and constitutional law. My aim is to provide valuable insights and professional advice in these complex legal areas through well-founded articles.

I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experience, offering you guidance through the complexities of law.

For questions or personal consultation, I am at your service. Feel free to contact me at any time at +43 6764038923 or office@anwalt-amiri.at. While my focus is on immigration and real estate law, I am also available to assist you in other legal matters.

My Blog Overview

Diverse Legal Topics with a Focus on Immigration and Real Estate Law

This overview presents a collection of my blog posts, primarily focusing on immigration and real estate law. Additionally, you will find articles on other legal areas such as administrative criminal law and criminal law, among others. Dive into the world of law to gain well-founded insights and professional analyses.
Retention of Austrian citizenship in the event of acquiring a foreign nationality
As an exception, it is possible to acquire a foreign citizenship in Austria without losing your Austrian citizenship. The retention must either be in the best interests of a child, be in the interests of the Republic or be related to private or family life for a exceptional reasons. Besides this, further requirements.
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Family members of an Austrian citizen
Certain family members and relatives of an Austrian citizen can apply for a residence permit, including spouses, life partners or underage children. To do so, the general requirements for obtaining a residence permit must be met and proof of language skills must be provided. Depending on whether you are a family member or a relative, you may also be allowed to work in Austria.
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Settlement permit – Artist
Artists coming from third countries who wish to work as self-employed or dependent employees in Austria can apply for this settlement permit. The artistic activity must consist of artistic design activities. In addition, the general requirements for the granting of a residence permit must be fulfilled. The title is valid for 12 months.
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Purchase of property by a third-country national in Vienna, Austria
Third-country nationals in Austria can purchase one property for personal housing needs if lawfully residing. The process involves holding a residence permit, concluding a sales contract, potentially obtaining land registry approval, and registering the purchase. Regulations vary by federal state, with exceptions in cases like mixed-nationality marriages or employees of certain international organizations in Vienna.
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Settlement permit – gainful employment excepted („Niederlassungsbewilligung – ausgenommen Erwerbstätigkeit“)
Third-country nationals who do not want to work in Austria can apply for a “settlement permit – excluding employment”. The prerequisites are a secure livelihood, comprehensive health insurance, accommodation and no threat to public order. The number of permits is limited annually and requires a certain income. The title is valid for 12 months, with the possibility of applying for “permanent residence – EU” after five years.
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Granting of Austrian citizenship on the grounds of outstanding achievements
Third-country nationals can study in Austria with a Residence Permit - Student, requiring enrollment in an accredited study program and comprehensive health insurance. The permit, valid for 12 months, requires academic progress for renewal. Students can work alongside studies with a permit and switch to a Red-White-Red Card post-graduation. Family members can apply for a Residence Permit - Family Reunification.
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Studying in Austria as a third-country national - Residence Permit – Student (Aufenthaltsbewilligung – Student)
Third-country nationals can study in Austria with a Residence Permit - Student, requiring enrollment in an accredited study program and comprehensive health insurance. The permit, valid for 12 months, requires academic progress for renewal. Students can work alongside studies with a permit and switch to a Red-White-Red Card post-graduation. Family members can apply for a Residence Permit - Family Reunification.
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Working as a third-country national in Austria on a self-employed basis
Third-country nationals in Austria can apply for the Red-White-Red Card for self-employed work, requiring an activity with overall economic benefits like investments or job creation. Start-up founders offering innovative products or services meeting specific criteria are also eligible. Valid for 24 months.
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Working as a third-country national in Austria on a dependent basis
Third-country nationals who want to work in Austria need a residence permit based on criteria such as a secure livelihood and health insurance. Special titles such as the EU Blue Card and the Red-White-Red Card require additional conditions. Applications are submitted via Austrian representations or the employer.
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Alien’s passport in Austria: An essential travel document for non-citizens
The Alien's Passport in Austria enables non-citizens to travel internationally. Issued to stateless persons, foreigners without valid home country documents, and those whose stay benefits the Republic, it's valid globally except in the holder's home country, for up to five years. The Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum issues it.
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