Live in Austria while having a job in New Zealand
Can I live in Austria and work remotely for a company in New Zealand?
Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
- The company you want to work for has an office in Austria.
- The company has an office in New Zealand.
- The company is willing to hire you.
- You have the necessary skills and experience.
How do I get a work permit in Austria?
You need to apply for a work permit for Austria. You can find more information about the application process in the Austrian Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS).
What is the difference between a work permit and a residence permit?
A residence permit is a document that allows you to stay in Austria. A work permit is a document that allows you to work in Austria.
How much does it cost to get a work permit in Austria?
The cost of the work permit depends on the type of work permit you apply for. For example, if you are a skilled worker, you will need to pay a higher fee than if you are a student.
How long does it take to get a work permit in Austria?
It can take up to three months to get a work permit.
How to find remote work in New Zealand while living in Austria?
Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in New Zealand even though you are located in Austria. For that we have to take a look at the visa regulations.
Visa regulations for working in New Zealand
If you want to work in New Zealand, you need to obtain a visa. In order to get a visa, you need to apply for a work visa, a student visa or an investment visa. The visa regulations differ from one type of visa to the other.
The work visa is the easiest to get. It is also the easiest to use and you do not need to meet any kind of requirements. You only need to pay a fee. You can apply for a work visa online. The fee is NZ$50.
The student visa is more difficult to obtain. You need to pass a test. You also need to show that you have enough money to support yourself for a year. The fee for a student visa is NZ$105.
The investment visa is the most difficult to get. You need to prove that you have enough money to invest in New Zealand. The fee for an investment visa is NZ$200.
The following table shows the visa regulations for different types of visas.
Type of visa
Visa fee
Work visa
NZ$50
Student visa
NZ$105
Investment visa
NZ$200
Work visa for students
You can apply for a work visa if you are a student in New Zealand.
How to get paid in Austria when working remotely for a corporation in New Zealand?
You can get paid in Austria even if you are working for a company in New Zealand, however , it is not easy to get paid in Austria.
Austria has a dual citizenship law, where you can either be Austrian or a citizen of another country. If you are working for a company in Austria and you are also a citizen of another country, you can get paid in Austria if you are in the Austrian working environment.
However, if you are working for a company in New Zealand and you are a citizen of another country, you can only get paid in New Zealand.
If you are working for a company in Austria and you are a citizen of another country, you can get paid in Austria if you are in the Austrian working environment.
How do taxes work in Austria if I’m working remotely for a company Austria?
When working remotely in Austria for a firm based in New Zealand, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is important to know how it works.
If you are working for a company based in Austria, you are taxed on your worldwide income. The company you are working for is responsible for paying your taxes. If you are working for a company based in New Zealand, the company you are working for is responsible for paying your taxes.