Ukrainian refugees holding an identity card for displaced persons must satisfy the following requirements to be eligible for the RWR+ card:
1. Employment History: Demonstrable work experience.
2. Full Insurance & Employment: Proof of comprehensive insurance and active employment.
3. Residence Permit: A valid residence permit.
4. Valid Passport: An up-to-date passport.
5. Financial Self-Sufficiency: Evidence of financial independence.
In the first four months of this year, Austria approved over 3,200 RWR+ card applications, marking a nearly 35% increase from the previous year. Recent data from Statistics Austria reveals a notable uptick in skilled workers from third countries entering Austria for employment. Labour Minister Martin Kocher (ÖVP) anticipates this number could reach 10,000 by the end of the year, with further growth likely.
Despite a rise in unemployment to 240,900 individuals in 2023, employment figures also grew, reaching 4.5 million.