AustriaAsylum & protectionLast checked October 30, 2026

Right of residence for displaced persons from Ukraine

temporary protection · Official name: Aufenthaltsrecht für Vertriebene aus der Ukraine (Vertriebenen-Verordnung)

Austria applies EU temporary protection to people displaced from Ukraine through its Displaced Persons Ordinance. The temporary right of residence has been extended through 4 March 2028 and gives access to the labour market, education and medical care. New arrivals must now show they have fulfilled their military obligations under Ukrainian law. Holders can switch to a Red-White-Red Card plus (since 1 October 2024).

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Life in Austria

Finance

Currency

Euro

EUR

Euro

Cost of living

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

20–55%

Income tax (national)

VAT 20%

0% up to EUR 13,539; 50% from EUR 104,859; 55% on income above EUR 1 million (temporary through 2029).

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

Happiness

6.8

#18 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

Who it’s for

Displaced persons from Ukraine covered by the EU temporary protection decision as implemented in Austria.

Eligibility

Displaced from Ukraine
The right of residence is for displaced persons from Ukraine and is documented by an ID card for displaced persons issued by the BFA.
Military obligations
Temporary protection is now granted only to people who can show they have fulfilled their military obligations under Ukrainian law.

SourceInformation for Ukrainian nationalsoesterreich.gv.atChecked Oct 30, 2026

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