Austria is facing a hairdresser shortage and has announced the availability of visas for trained foreigners to fill empty positions in certain sections of the country.
Upper Austria, Salzburg, Styria, Tyrol, and Vorarlberg are among the regions facing a scarcity of hairdressers, according to the Austrian government’s migration website.
Nigerian hairdressers willing to relocate for work can only find work in areas of the country affected by the scarcity.
According to HowNG research, in addition to hairdressers, Austrian areas are looking for insurance agents, social scientists, economists, scientific statisticians, textile and clothing shops, cosmetic artists, and business administrators.
Through the Red-White-Red Card scheme, Nigerian hairdressers can apply for and work lawfully in Austria.
It is expected that applicants will show proof of completed training for the role.
In addition, obtaining the Red-White-Red Card necessitates having a job offer in Austria and proof that the employer would pay the legal minimum salary.
Applicants must also receive a minimum of 55 points based on qualifications, work experience, language abilities, and age.
Applications for the Red-White-Red Card can be filed to Austrian authorities from the applicant’s home country or from their future employer.
Valid travel documents, a recent photo, proof of health insurance covering all forms of health-related risks, professional qualifications, graduation, work experience, and language proficiency test results are all necessary to qualify for the Red-White-Red Card.
Those who receive a Red-White-Red Card are eligible to the prescribed fixed-term settlement and employment. The Red-White-Red Card is typically granted for a period of 24 months.
How to apply
Qualified Nigerians can use LinkedIn to find organizations searching for hairdressers and apply for jobs. Make certain that you target the districts of Austria that are experiencing shortages.
Some businesses additionally provide visa sponsorship, while others only give visa help.
You can also utilize indeed.com to find companies wanting to hire hairdressers.
Please use this website to apply for a visa.
