Can I work in Austria once I arrive on a family reunification permit?

Work rights depend on which residence title you are granted. The Red-White-Red Card Plus and the 'Family Member' permit both provide unrestricted access to the labour market, meaning you may take up employment, change jobs, or become self-employed without needing a separate authorisation.

Not every family permit carries the same rights, however. Some settlement-permit categories issued to dependents are more restricted, so it is important to check the specific title you will hold. If labour-market access matters to you, clarify the expected permit type before the sponsor's status is finalised.