Steps in the Employment Process in the Medical Sector in the Republic of Austria

Steps in the employment process

How does the process of arrival and employment in the medical sector work?
Based on our many years of experience, we have prepared a general guide through the steps required when coming to the Republic of Austria for employment in the medical sector. Below are the key steps, along with the estimated timeframes for each of them. This is a general model and may vary and deviate from case to case.
Step 1:

Preparation of documentation for obtaining guidelines for qualification recognition (German: Bescheid),

- Estimated realization period: 1 to 3 months (may vary from case to case).

Step 2:

After obtaining the guidelines, documents are prepared for registration with the Austrian Medical Chamber,.

- Estimated realization period: 1 to 7 days (may vary from case to case).

Step 3:

Signing the contract with the employer,

- Estimated realization period: 1 to 7 days (may vary from case to case).

Step 4:

Preparation and submission of documents for visa and work permit,

- Estimated realization period: 1 to 3 months (may vary from case to case).

Step 5:

Diploma nostrification,

- Estimated realization period: 2 to 6 months (may vary from case to case).

Note: Each step may vary in duration depending on individual circumstances. We recommend regularly checking for updated information and staying in contact with us as well as with relevant institutions to ensure the successful completion of all steps.