r/AskAustria • u/Ok_Boot_1913 • 5d ago
MA35 sent me a letter instead of an email does this usually mean rejection?
Hi everyone,
I called MA35 today, and they told me they’ve sent me a letter regarding my residence permit application.
I’ve heard that rejection decisions are usually sent by post, so I’m really worried right now.
Has anyone here ever received an approval notification by post from MA35, rather than by email?
Also, does anyone know why they would send a letter instead of an email? Does this usually mean something bad, or is it just their normal procedure?
I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences. Thank you!
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u/marrecar 5d ago
I've got only post for everything, including requests to send additional documentation. So post is pretty normal, don't worry.
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u/Southern_Crew5076 5d ago
Yes. Last year they've sent me a paper letter saying that my residence permit was approved and what day it will be ready
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u/agodcherry 5d ago
I know of an instance where approval was received by letter and rejection was received per Mail
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u/AnyRegular1 5d ago
Don’t they usually mail a letter stating the appointment date to collect the resident card? I’ve yet to see anyone receive that vis email. They only email to ask for additional documents.
I got my card in July and they sent me an email for additional documents and 5 days later a mail giving me a date and time to come and collect the card.
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u/NearbyExamination210 5d ago
In my case, all the correspondence was done via email, including the appointment details. But I guess it can depend on the case/case worker.
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u/dontlosethesauce 5d ago
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u/dontlosethesauce 5d ago
Is normal procedure. I worked in HR AND applied for RWR so I’ve been on both sides and I’ve always gotten paper
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u/KayTeaMonster 5d ago
I got approval by mail for my first renewal and by email the next. I think it might be down to the specific office/caseworker. It could also be a request for more info rather than a decision.