Newcomer roadmap

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A simple route through the practical steps of moving to Austria.

Before arriving

Verify your legal path, prepare documents, research housing and read official sources before making irreversible decisions.

First 3 days

Get reachable, confirm accommodation paperwork, learn local transport and store important contacts.

First week

Work through address registration, banking, insurance, phone, transport and work or study onboarding.

First month

Move toward stable housing, German learning, official mail routines and realistic monthly budgeting.

Common mistakes

  • Using old forum advice for legal questions.
  • Signing housing contracts too quickly.
  • Ignoring German official letters.
  • Assuming address registration equals residence permission.

Use the interactive checklist

Save progress locally and print a copy for your move.

Open Checklist

Official sources

Rules can change. Always check the official Austrian source before applying or making legal, tax, visa, residence, employment or health decisions.