What if I’ve changed jobs recently?
Job changes don’t matter as long as you have 12 months of fully insured work total
Impact of Job Changes
Changing jobs does not affect your eligibility if:
- Your total fully insured employment adds up to at least 12 months within the last 24 months
- All jobs were properly registered with full insurance coverage
- Each job paid above the minor employment threshold
Combining Different Employment Periods
- There is no minimum time required with any single employer
- Part-time jobs count if they were above the minor employment threshold (€551.10/month in 2025)
- Multiple simultaneous part-time jobs don't count twice for the same month
- Gaps between jobs don't affect eligibility as long as you reach 12 months total
Required Documentation
For your application, include:
- An insurance history extract (Versicherungsdatenauszug) showing all employment periods
- Pay slips from your employment
- Employment contracts if requested
Important Considerations
- Recent job changes don't negatively impact your application
- All qualifying employment must have been in Austria
- Work experience from other countries does not count toward the 12-month requirement
- The application considers your work history, not just your current job
How mypaperwork.ai can help
mypaperwork.ai can help you review your work history across multiple employers, verify your qualifying months, and prepare a clear employment timeline for your application.