Live in South Africa while having a job in Austria

Can I live in South Africa and work remotely for a company in Austria?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. You need to be physically present in South Africa at least for 6 months before you can apply for the visa
  2. You need to have a valid visa to enter South Africa.
  3. You need to be able to work in South Africa, and have a job offer there.
  4. You need to have a bank account in South Africa.
  5. You need to have a South African address.
  6. You need to have a valid passport.

Do I need to be sponsored by a South African company? No, you can apply for a work visa on your own, however, it is advisable to apply for a work visa with a South African company that has an office in Austria. This way, you can be sure that you will be able to get a job in Austria after your visa has been approved.

What are the requirements for a work visa?
You need to have a valid visa.
You need to have a valid South African address.

How to find remote work in Austria while living in South Africa?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Austria even though you are located in South Africa. For that we need to know the rules of the game.

  1. Remote jobs in Austria – what are the legal requirements?
    As a foreign citizen, you need to have a residence permit in Austria to get a job.
    In order to get a residence permit, you need to have a job offer from an Austrian employer.
    The employer must have a place of business in Austria.
    The employer must pay you a salary at least equal to the minimum wage in Austria.
    You need to have a valid passport and a valid visa.
  2. Where to find remote jobs in Austria?
    In order to find a remote job in Austria, you can search on the websites of the job portals like Jobster, Monster, etc.
    You can also use the websites of the Austrian companies that are looking for remote workers.
  3. How to get a remote job in Austria?
    As a foreign citizen, you can apply for a job in Austria through the job portals mentioned above.
    If you are not sure that you will get the job, you can try to contact the Austrian company directly.
    You can send your resume to the company or send a link to your profile on the job portal.

How to get paid in South Africa when working remotely for a corporation in Austria?

You can get paid in South Africa even if you are working for a company in Austria, however , there are some things you need to know in order to do so.

There are a lot of South African companies that offer international work-from-home opportunities, and if you are lucky enough to be offered one, you will have to make a few decisions.
The first decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The second decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The third decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The fourth decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The fifth decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The sixth decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The seventh decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.
The eighth decision you need to make is whether you want to work for a company in South Africa or for a company in Austria.

How do taxes work in South Africa if I’m working remotely for a company South Africa?

When working remotely in South Africa for a firm based in Austria, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have prepared some helpful tips for you.

When working remotely in South Africa for a firm based in Austria, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have prepared some helpful tips for you.
Income Tax
The first thing to consider is income tax.