The Welcome Center supports international skilled professionals and their families who wish to relocate permanently to Salzburg for work, as well as companies in the province of Salzburg. A special focus is placed on supporting individuals from non-EU countries. With an emphasis on IT, engineering, and healthcare, the center provides comprehensive information, personalized consultation, and access to networks to facilitate entry into professional and everyday life.
The Welcome Center is a joint initiative of the State of Salzburg, the City of Salzburg, and Innovation Salzburg. It offers free assistance on topics such as living, working, administrative procedures, and social integration.
Our goal is to extend a warm welcome to international professionals and their families and to support them in the best possible way as they settle into the region. We warmly invite you to visit us in person!
Work in Salzburg – Welcome Center
Kaigasse 13, 5020 Salzburg
Opening Hours:
Monday: 9 AM – 2 PM
Wednesday: 1 PM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9 AM – 2 PM
Phone Availability:
Monday to Thursday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 1 PM
The Work in Salzburg – Welcome Center is supported by
Living and Working in Salzburg
Welcome to Salzburg – where quality of life and career opportunities go hand in hand! With its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and dynamic economy, Salzburg offers the perfect balance between work and leisure.
Our Services
For Internationals and Their Families:
- Personalized consultation and initial guidance on arriving, living, and working in Salzburg
- Neutral and free information services
- Guidance on the Red-White-Red Card, language acquisition, further education, childcare, insurance, taxes, and finances
- Support in liaising with authorities and institutions
- Networking events
- Assistance and guidance in the recognition process for nursing and social care professions
- Support in preparing applications for nostrification
- Free legal Advice in cooperation with Diakonie for IT, Technology & Healthcare Professionals. The consultation covers questions related to the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG) and the Employment of Foreign Nationals Act (AuslBG).
IMPORTANT: A mandatory preliminary meeting with the Welcome Center is required before receiving legal advice. Please schedule an appointment via phone or email.- Applying for a residence permit
- Extending your residence permit (e.g., Red-White-Red Card, Blue Card, permanent residence, student residence)
- Switching to a different residence permit for long-term perspectives
- Legal questions regarding job changes or job loss
- Family reunification according to the NAG
- Adjustments to the residence permit due to changes in family circumstances
- Future residence prospects for international students after graduation
For Salzburg-Based Companies:
- Neutral and free information and service hub for relocation matters
- Support in liaising with authorities and institutions
- Workshops & events (e.g., HR Talks on the Red-White-Red Card, etc.)
We look forward to assisting you!
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