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Confirm permanent residence as an EU citizen

Official name: Prepare own permanent-residence certificate

This is about a paper for people from the EEA or Switzerland. It shows that you may live in Austria long term. You prepare the appointment and papers for Vienna.

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Steps
7 key steps, up to 16 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
MA 35
Costs
For current 2026 application EUR 44 at filing.
Online
possible for 4 of 16 steps
What applies to you?How it worksFrequently asked questionsSourcesSimilar plans

How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1Learn what this certificate isThe Daueraufenthaltsbescheinigung is a sheet of paper. It is for adults from the EEA or Switzerland. Cards and other residence permits are different documents.Key step
    Why?
    This way you know if this route really fits you. Then you do not start the wrong process.
    What you do
    The MA 35, EWR-Referat, is in charge. A Referat is a department in the office. The app does not decide your right to stay.
    Where?
    MA 35 · EWR-ReferatDirectly with the named service
    Related plansApply for a registration certificate
    In detail

    Distinguish paper certificate from cards and residence permits

    This route organises own EEA or Swiss permanent-residence certificate for adults in Vienna. Registration certificate, permanent residence card for third-country nationals and long-term resident EU permit are different documents. App establishes no residence right.

    SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Bundesverfahren
    Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Bundesverfahren

    oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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  2. 2Find your EWR-ReferatVienna has two EEA units: 5.0 and 5.1. Which one is yours depends on your district.Key step
    Why?
    You can only apply at the right unit.
    What you do
    Look at the current MA 35 page. It shows which unit belongs to your district. Other federal states have their own office.
    Where?
    MA 35 · EWR-ReferatDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Confirm actual responsible EEA unit

    Vienna assigns units 5.0 and 5.1 by residence district. Confirm actual own unit on current page; collect no residential address in navigator. Other federal states have own authority.

    SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
    Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

    Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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  3. 3Write down when and why you lived hereYou write down for yourself when and why you lived here. Reasons can be work, study or family.Key step
    Why?
    Then you know which proof fits your life. You do not need every example paper.
    What you do
    Make a private overview of your times and reasons. Then agree on the proof with the MA 35.
    Where?
    MA 35Directly with the named service

    What you need

    • Own private history notes
      Document explained

      Optional preparation with actual service; no data here.

      Requirement
      Optional / if available
      Submission format
      Clarify format with the service
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceErklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt
      Erklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt

      BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

      Open original source
    In detail

    Agree private history and relevant evidence

    Privately organise actual residence periods, ongoing housing and respective grounds in relevant time. Multiple grounds possible: work, study, insurance or means or family evidence only according to actual history. No universal duty to all example records or amounts here.

    SourceErklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt
    Erklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt

    BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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  4. 4Sort your original proof documentsProof documents are papers that show something. Here they show your stay, your home and your reasons.Key step
    Why?
    The office needs the originals. Original means the real paper, not a copy.
    What you do
    Agree with the MA 35 what exactly you must bring. Get the originals ready for the appointment. Ask directly about anything missing.
    Where?
    MA 35Directly with the named service

    What you need

    • Actually required history, residence-grounds or housing evidence
      Document explained

      Only individual list; originals at confirmed appointment.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Original
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
      Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

      Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

      Open original source
    In detail

    Organise individually required residence evidence in original

    Agree actual authority list for actual history and retain originals for Vienna appointment. Clarify missing evidence directly; no universal list of all work, family or financial records.

    SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
    Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

    Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  5. 5Fill in and sign the applicationAn application is a form. With it you ask the office for the certificate.Key step
    Why?
    The right form gets you the right document.
    What you do
    Use the current form and tick the permanent-residence certificate. You can write in German or English. Ask the office where you sign.
    Where?
    MA 35Directly with the named service

    What you need

    • Relevant actual documentation application
      Document explained

      Directly review current form or alternative and signature at authority.

      Requirement
      Check for your case
      Submission format
      Clarify format with the service
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceAktuelle Dokumentationsformulare
      Aktuelle Dokumentationsformulare

      BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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    In detail

    Agree relevant application and personal signature

    Use current documentation form with permanent-residence certificate, select no other card. Application German or English; agree signature before authority employee according to explanation directly. According to BMI form simplifies and generally is no statutory requirement; confirm own Vienna route. Use grounds wording instead of mismatched numbering between explanation and form.

    SourceDokumentationsantrag: EWR/Schweizer Personen
    Dokumentationsantrag: EWR/Schweizer Personen

    BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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  6. 6Book your appointment in personYou need a personal appointment at your unit. Personal means you go there yourself.Key step
    Why?
    Vienna requires this. This certificate is voluntary, there is no duty to get it.
    What you do
    Book online yourself. Without internet, call +43 1 4000-3535. If you already have an appointment, use it.
    Where?
    MA 35Directly with the named service
    In detail

    Book own personal appointment or use existing one

    Vienna requires personal appointment at actual unit. Personally use current online route or without internet +43 1 4000-3535. Reuse existing appointment. Do not transfer registration-certificate four-month period to permanent-residence certificate; latter is no mandatory application.

    SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
    Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

    Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  7. 7Go to the appointment with the originalsNow you go to your appointment. You take the agreed originals with you.Key step
    Why?
    At the appointment you hand in the application. After that the office checks everything.
    What you do
    Go to the confirmed appointment yourself. You may not get the paper right away. The office checks first.
    Where?
    MA 35Directly with the named service
    In detail

    Prepare confirmed own personal application

    Personally attend actual confirmed appointment with relevant agreed originals. The authority reviews and decides on issuing it.

    SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
    Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

    Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source

Depending on your situation, this is added

  • Check how far along you are
  • Find out which document you need
  • Have your stay checked
  • Have your valid passport or ID ready
  • Check if you need translations
  • Check the fee and how to pay
  • Keep an eye on your application
  • Send missing papers in time
  • Read your certificate carefully
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

How far along are you with your Daueraufenthaltsbescheinigung?

What is meant? How far along are you? For example: appointment booked, application made or certificate already received.

What is actual certificate application stage?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

4 of 16 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

Costs or fees are stated for 1 step according to the source; details are listed with the step.

Do I need an einfach.wien account?

No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.

Does einfach.wien submit my application?

No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.

What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Bundesverfahren
Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Bundesverfahren

oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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SourceBescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien
Bescheinigung des Daueraufenthalts: Wien

Stadt Wien · MA 35 · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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SourceNAG §53a: Daueraufenthaltsrecht
NAG §53a: Daueraufenthaltsrecht

RIS · Bundesrecht · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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SourceErklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt
Erklärung: Dokumentationsanträge und Daueraufenthalt

BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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SourceDokumentationsantrag: EWR/Schweizer Personen
Dokumentationsantrag: EWR/Schweizer Personen

BMI · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source

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