Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

I do not own a credit card, what can I do?

You might be able to borrow a credit card from a friend or family member. The person applying for the assessment and the holder of the credit card do not have to be the same.
You might use a Prepaid Credit Card. A Prepaid Credit Card is used like a normal credit card. However, in contrast to a normal credit card, a prepaid credit card works like a gift card where you have to top up funds first before you can spend them. The card is issued by financial institutions.

Is it possible to pay without credit card?

At the moment payment is possible only by credit card.

Can I pay directly at the Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research?

No. A payment directly at the Ministry is not possible.

Why does the status say “Application not found, please check your link!“ when I open the link in the e-mail?

As soon as the assessment of your application has been completed, the applicant has no longer access to the online application form. You may receive your reply via email.

Is it possible to withdraw my application, in case there will be no benefit on my part?

Yes. In case the evaluation of your application proves that you will not benefit from an assessment of your higher education qualifications you will be notified via email. In this case, you have the option to withdraw your application without charges.

Is it possible to apply for financial support for the assessment of higher education qualifications?

Yes, the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF) offers financial support for recognized refugees and people granted subsidiary protection as well as people who acquired their qualifications abroad. You may be reimbursed, for instance, for the fees for the assessment of higher education qualifications. For more information concerning refundable costs and how to apply for financial support, visit the homepage of The Austrian Integration Fund ÖIF or follow the link.

For the admission to a study programme in Austria, the assessment of my secondary school leaving certificate/ higher education qualification by ENIC NARIC AUSTRIA is required by the university. May I apply by mail or via the electronical system AAIS?

Neither nor. The assessment by ENIC NARIC AUSTRIA is no requirement for access and admission to an Austrian study programme. All qualification-related documents are examined and assessed by the University/University of Applied Sciences/Private University/University College for Teacher Education itself. You may apply directly with the chosen institution. The assessment of ENIC NARIC AUSTRIA serves the purpose of integration on the labour market.

What kind of procedure does exist for the confirmation of a secondary school certificate/ secondary school leaving certificate?

To get assessed your secondary school certificate/ secondary school leaving certificate please skip into www.asbb.at. The assessment is cost-free.

What does the residence authority need regarding Module 1 of the Integration Agreement?

The residence authority needs a „Confirmation in terms of Integration Law“ regarding Module 1 of the Integration Agreement:
Confirmations in terms of Integration Law are solely issued for Nationals of Third Countries (if you do not have EU/EEA or Swiss nationality you are a "national of a third country"), who have to sign or have already signed an Integration Agreement.
The competent residence authority requests the confirmation according to § 9 para. 4 subpara. 3 of the Integration Act – IntG, with the relevant certificates or diplomas attached, via OeAD Online-Form and then receives the confirmation directly.

What is an assessment?

An assessment is an expert opinion pursuant to § 6 para 2 of the Recognition and Assessment Act (Anerkennungs- und Bewertungsgesetz – AuBG), which describes foreign higher education qualifications and certifies their possible uses on the labour market. For more detailed information on possible professional uses, assessments also refer to the relevant areas and sub-areas of the AMS Occupational Information System (AMS Berufslexikon - Bereiche / Branchen), which lists a large number of specific professions, as well as to the information on professional recognition procedures provided at www.berufsanerkennung.at, so that more in-depth information can be accessed if required. This facilitates the use of foreign higher education qualifications on the Austrian labour market and supports employment that is appropriate to the level and field of the qualification. An assessment serves as a comparative classification but does not constitute formal recognition. It does not give rise to any legal claims and does not provide any statements on the use of foreign academic degrees in Austria.

Will my German language proficiency be checked in the assessment procedure?

No, we only assess your foreign higher education qualification. However, German language skills are an important criteria for adequate employment on the Austrian labor market. A wide range of German courses and exercises are available on the website www.sprachportal.at.

Who can support me with integration on the Austrian labor market?

The staff of the Integration Service for Skilled Professionals of the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF) is at your disposal to answer your individual questions and advise you on key issues of living and working in Austria, such as opportunities to learn German, job recognition or legal issues and can also assist you to find the right contact information for your specific concerns. Please find more information on services and contact information here.