(2)Third-country nationals may, immediately following their stay as holders of privileges and immunities (§ 5 ASG), be issued a “Settlement Permit – Except Gainful Activity” where they
1.meet the requirements of Part 1, and
2.have retired.
(2)Drittstaatsangehörigen kann im unmittelbaren Anschluss an ihren Aufenthalt als Träger von Privilegien und Immunitäten (§ 5 ASG) eine „Niederlassungsbewilligung – ausgenommen Erwerbstätigkeit“ erteilt werden, wenn sie
Cite as: “BCA Unternehmensberatung, English translation of § 44 NAG, bcaun.at/en/law-library”. German text as of 30 October 2026; translation edited by Alexander Baranov.
Unofficial translation, information only. Only the German text is legally binding. This is not legal advice. Austrian law depends on your specific facts — confirm the current position with the competent authority or a qualified adviser before acting.
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