Hire Professional & Overseas-Experienced Welders for Austria

M2S Group is a trusted international welding recruitment and immigration support agency, specialising in supplying highly skilled, overseas-experienced welders for Austria.

We support Austrian construction, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and heavy industrial companies by providing qualified, safety-focused welding professionals who meet international standards, Austrian labour regulations, and employer-specific technical requirements.

Our goal is to help Austrian employers overcome skilled labour shortages and meet project deadlines through legal, reliable, and long-term welding workforce solutions.

Professional Immigration & Legal Employment Support in Austria

M2S Group operates as a professional immigration and legal employment support partner, assisting foreign welders who wish to work legally in Austria.

Our core responsibilities are immigration compliance and employment authorisation. We work directly with licensed recruitment and employment companies in Austria that officially hire welders for local employers.

We handle and coordinate:

• Work permits and employment authorisations
• Visa processing and residence documentation
• Legal onboarding and contract compliance
• Welder relocation and workforce mobilisation

This ensures fully compliant employment, reduces employer risk, and facilitates smooth workforce integration in Austria.

Global Welding Recruitment Expertise

We recruit experienced and certified welders from:

• India
• Nepal
• Bangladesh
• Sri Lanka
• Philippines
• Africa
• EU & non-EU European countries

Our recruitment specialists understand industrial, fabrication, and construction welding requirements, ensuring welders are appropriately tested, verified, and ready for Austrian worksites.

Supplying Professional Welders for Key Industries in Austria

With 20+ years of global recruitment experience, M2S Group supplies welding professionals across Austria’s key industries, including:

• Construction & Infrastructure Projects
• Manufacturing & Industrial Plants
• Steel Fabrication & Metal Processing
• Energy & Power Facilities (including renewable energy)
• Heavy Engineering & Machinery
• Automotive & Equipment Manufacturing
• Maintenance & Industrial Shutdown Projects

Welder Profiles We Supply

We provide a wide range of welding specialists aligned with Austrian and international standards, including:

• MIG / MAG Welders
• TIG Welders
• ARC / MMA Welders
• Structural Steel Welders
• Pipe Welders (5G / 6G)
• Stainless Steel & Aluminium Welders
• Industrial Fabrication Welders
• Machinery & Equipment Welders
• Maintenance & Shutdown Welders
• Pressure Vessel Welders
• Welding Supervisors & Inspectors
• Fabrication Foremen & Team Leaders

Training & Compliance Standards

All welders supplied by M2S Group are trained or verified in:

• International welding standards (ISO / EN / ASME)
• Workplace safety procedures and PPE usage
• Reading technical drawings and WPS
• Quality control and defect prevention
• Austrian site safety and regulatory standards

This ensures high-quality artistry, safe operations, and regulatory compliance.

Our Welder Recruitment Process for Austria

M2S Group follows a structured, transparent, and compliant recruitment process:

1. Candidate pre-screening and experience verification
2. Practical welding tests and skill assessments
3. Background checks and medical examinations
4. Qualification and certification verification
5. Work permit, visa, and immigration documentation
6. Mobilisation, onboarding, and post-deployment support

Each welder is selected to meet Austrian labour law, international standards, and project-specific needs.

Your Reliable Welding Recruitment & Immigration Partner in Austria

M2S Group delivers end-to-end welding recruitment and immigration solutions across Austria, supporting employers in construction, manufacturing, energy, and industrial sectors.

We connect Austrian companies with a global pool of certified welding professionals, offering cost-effective, scalable, and legally compliant hiring solutions.

M2S GROUP – Welding Immigration Support Agency for Austria

M2S GROUP supports welders seeking legal employment in Austria through structured immigration and compliance services. We cooperate with licensed Austrian recruitment and employment companies that provide verified job offers.

We do not issue permits or replace government authorities. The competent Austrian authorities make all decisions regarding work permits, visas, and residence rights. Our role is to prepare documentation, coordinate procedures, and ensure legal compliance.

Our Role as an Immigration Support Agency for Welders

Our services include:

• Assistance with Austrian work permit applications
• Support with visa and residence procedures
• Guidance on legal employment conditions in Austria
• Assistance with qualification recognition
• Medical and safety certification guidance
• Ongoing administrative and legal support

We ensure welders clearly understand documentation requirements, timelines, and legal start dates.

Cooperation With Austrian Recruitment & Employment Companies

Our cooperation model is transparent and lawful:

• Austrian recruitment companies identify employers and vacancies
• Employers issue official job offers and employment conditions
• M2S GROUP ensures welders are legally authorised to work

This ensures:

• Genuine job opportunities for welders
• Legally compliant workforce for employers
• Full adherence to Austrian labour and immigration regulations

Benefits for Welders

Welders benefit from:

• Access to verified welding jobs in Austria
• Full immigration and legal employment support
• Transparent contracts and working conditions
• Protection from illegal employment
• Step-by-step guidance from application to long-term work

Benefits for Austrian Employers

Employers benefit because welders:

• Hold a valid legal work authorisation
• Meet Austrian professional welding standards
• Are fully documented before deployment
• Reduce legal, financial, and operational risk

Immigration Support for Non-EEA Welders

Non-EEA welders require proper authorisation to work legally in Austria. M2S GROUP provides complete support, including:

• Work permit applications
• Visa and residence documentation
• Legally compliant employment contracts
• Relocation and onboarding assistance

Registration With M2S GROUP – Mandatory First Step

M2S GROUP operates a secure online registration platform for both employers and welders. Registration is mandatory and ensures verification, compliance, and smooth processing.

Employer Registration – Hiring Welders in Austria

https://www.moving2europe.eu/our-platform/employer/register

Welder Registration – Legal Welding Jobs in Austria

https://www.moving2europe.eu/our-platform/welder/Register

Registration enables accurate job matching, faster processing, and legally compliant cooperation from the start.

Secure, Transparent & Legally Compliant Recruitment

All recruitment and immigration activities managed by M2S GROUP comply with Austrian labour law, immigration regulations, and data protection requirements.

Why Choose M2S GROUP

M2S GROUP specialises in welding recruitment and immigration support for Austria, delivering ethical, compliant, and long-term workforce solutions.

Our Mission

To support Austria’s industrial, energy, and construction sectors by connecting skilled welders with responsible employers while ensuring legal employment, fair conditions, and sustainable cooperation.

Contact M2S GROUP

If you are a welder seeking legal work in Austria or an Austrian employer hiring certified welding professionals, M2S GROUP is your trusted recruitment and immigration partner.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Welding Immigration & Recruitment in Austria

1. Can foreign welders legally work in Austria?

Yes. Foreign welders can legally work in Austria if they comply with Austrian labour and immigration laws. Legal employment requires an approved work permit and a valid residence status.

2. Do EU/EEA citizens need a work permit to work as welders in Austria?

No. EU/EEA citizens do not require a work permit to work in Austria, but they must register their stay if staying for more than 90 days.

3. Do non-EU welders need a work permit in Austria?

Yes. Non-EU welders must obtain a valid work permit and residence permit before starting employment in Austria.

4. Who applies for the work permit in Austria?

The employer in Austria applies for the work permit on behalf of the welder. Recruitment agencies such as M2S GROUP assist employers and candidates throughout the process.

5. What types of work permits are available for welders in Austria?

Most welders are employed under a work permit tied to a specific employer and job position.

6. Do foreign welders need a visa to work in Austria?

Yes. Non-EU welders must obtain a work visa and residence permit allowing employment in Austria after the work permit is approved.

7. Can a welder apply from their home country?

Yes. Welders typically apply from their home country after receiving a confirmed job offer and approval for a work permit from the employer.

8. Can welders already in Europe work in Austria?

Yes, provided they obtain a valid Austrian work permit and hold legal status allowing employment.

9. What documents does a welder need to work in Austria?

Standard required documents include:

• Valid passport
• Welding qualification or trade certificates
• Proof of professional experience
• Medical fitness certificate
• Police clearance (if required)
• Work permit
• Visa or residence permit

10. Are welding certifications mandatory in Austria?

Yes. Welders must provide recognised professional qualifications relevant to their welding specialisation.

11. Can welding certifications be verified or assessed in Austria?

Yes. Authorities or employers may require skills assessment or verification to meet local standards.

12. Are foreign welding qualifications accepted in Austria?

Yes. Most international welding qualifications are accepted, though official verification or translation may be required.

13. What medical checks are required for welders?

Welders must pass a medical examination confirming fitness for industrial and technical work in accordance with Austrian regulations.

14. Do welders need an Austrian employment contract?

Yes. A written employment contract with an Austrian employer is mandatory for legal employment.

15. Can welders work on long-term industrial projects in Austria?

Yes. Foreign welders are employed in various industries, including construction, energy, metal fabrication, and manufacturing.

16. What is the minimum salary for welders in Austria?

Collective agreements or industry standards determine salaries. Employers must comply with Austrian minimum wage laws.

17. Are working hours regulated for welders in Austria?

Yes. Austrian labour laws regulate working hours, overtime, and rest periods.

18. Can a welder change employers in Austria?

Yes, but a new work permit and employment contract are required, as work permits are employer-specific.

19. How long does it take to obtain a work permit in Austria?

Processing time generally takes between 4 and 8 weeks, depending on the case and authorities involved.

20. Can family members join a welder in Austria?

Yes. Family members can apply for residence permits under family reunification provisions once the welder has obtained legal residence in Austria.

21. Is illegal work punished in Austria?

Yes. Illegal employment can result in fines, deportation, entry bans, and penalties for employers.

22. Do employers need special authorisation to hire foreign welders?

Yes. Employers must be legally registered and authorised to employ foreign workers in Austria.

23. Does M2S GROUP provide immigration support for welders?

Yes. M2S GROUP assists with recruitment, work permits, visas, and compliance procedures for welders.

24. Does M2S GROUP provide legal advice?

No. M2S GROUP provides recruitment and procedural support only. Austrian authorities make final decisions.

25. Is registration with M2S GROUP mandatory?

Yes. Registration is required to begin recruitment and immigration support services.

26. Can welders secure a job before arriving in Austria?

Yes. A confirmed job offer is required before starting the work permit and visa application process.

27. Are welders insured in Austria?

Yes. Legally employed welders are covered under Austria’s social security and insurance system.

28. Do foreign welders pay taxes in Austria?

Yes. Income earned in Austria is subject to Austrian tax laws.

29. Can welders work as self-employed in Austria?

Yes, but additional registration and tax requirements apply, and this option may not be suitable for all welding roles.

30. What languages are required to work as a welder in Austria?

There is no legal language requirement, but knowledge of German or English is often preferred for workplace communication and safety.

31. Can welders work long-term in Austria?

Yes. Work and residence permits can be renewed, allowing long-term employment in Austria.

32. Does Austria recruit welders from Asia and Africa?

Yes. Austria recruits skilled welders from Asia, Africa, and other regions when legal requirements are met.

33. What happens if documents expire?

Expired work permits or visas make employment illegal. Renewals must be completed before expiry.

34. Does M2S GROUP work with verified employers only?

Yes. M2S GROUP cooperates exclusively with verified and compliant employers in Austria.

35. Where can welders and employers register?

Employer registration:

https://www.moving2europe.eu/our-platform/employer/register

Welder registration:

https://www.moving2europe.eu/our-platform/welder/Register