Dang! So is there any other way I can 'take advantage' of my parent's relationship to get resident benefits or whatever kinda benefits for myself?

Your step-farther would have had to legally adopt you Fried. Marriage to your mother is not enough. Thanks for the replies. Would you happen to know where I can check on the procedures and requirements that are needed for my stepfather to legally adopt me? I'd really appreciate if you can post a li...

Wanderer wrote: No 'kinda' about it - has to be legal with papers. I don't think a stepchild can gain any advantage, whereas a legally adopted child may well be a be to gain Austrian Citizenship.

Meaning he has to declare me as his son even though he is legally married to my mother?

He married my mom. So I guess he kinda did.

Hi, I'm a Malaysian citizen with an Austrian stepfather. I'm 24 years old. I was below 18 when he became my stepfather but I've never been to Austria or any EU country till now (UK). I'd like to know what my status is. With a Malaysian nationality, I get 6 months tourist visa (without applying) to t...

Hi, I'm a Malaysian citizen with an Austrian stepfather. I'm 24 years old. I was below 18 when he became my stepfather but I've never been to Austria or any EU country till now (UK). I'd like to know what my status is. With a Malaysian nationality, I get 6 months tourist visa (without applying) to t...