Austria Sees 21% Increase in Red-White-Red Cards
The increase is part of the government’s efforts to tackle the shortage of skilled workers and attract talent from abroad.
Unemployment in Austria Rises to 8.6% as Economy Struggles
The 8.6% unemployment rate means that 445,513 people were registered as unemployed or in training with the AMS in January.
Over €65m Paid Out in Craftsperson Bonus
The scheme offers a refund on home improvements carried out by skilled tradespeople, such as painting, kitchen installations and tiling.
WKÖ: Austria and the EU Need Urgent De-Bureaucratisation
The level of bureaucracy in Austria has reached an “intolerable” point, according to a senior Austrian Chamber of Commerce official.
Bavaria Disputes Austria’s Craftsperson Bonus in EU Complaint
The Chamber of Skilled Trades for Munich and Upper Bavaria argues the bonus unfairly harms German businesses.
Vienna Zoo to Welcome Two Giant Pandas in 2025
The news comes just weeks after Schönbrunn Zoo in Vienna bid farewell to its beloved giant pandas, Yang Yang and Yuan Yuan.
Over 92,000 People Claim Craftsperson Bonus
The average refund is around €800, with the most common applications being for carpentry, painting, and gas and plumbing work.