Austria Visa

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Types of Austrian Visas
There are two different types of visas for Austria: short-term and long-term visas. These depend on the purpose of your visit.

  • A Visa– this is also known as a transit visa. This type of visa is issued to a person who is traveling through Austria and they need to make a transit stop until they can travel to their destination. A transit visa is always issued from your country of origin, you won’t be able to get a visa at the border so please make sure to check if you’ll need one before you plan your trip.
  • C Visa – Schengen visa. This is a short-term visa that allows you to stay in Austria for up to 90 days within a period of 180 days. A Schengen Austria visa can be of different types:
    Austria Tourist Visa.
    Austria Business Visa.
    Austria Short Stay Student Visa.
    Austria Medical Visa.
  • D Visa – also known as a resident visa since it’s a long term visa. It allows you to stay in Austria from 91 days up to six months. Within those six months, the D Visa allows you to apply for an Austria Residence Permit and settle in Austria long-term. Types of D visas for Austria include:
    Austria Work Visa.
    Austria Student Visa.
    Austria Family Visa.
    Austria Residence Permit for Retirement

Austria Visa Requirements
In order to apply for an Austria visa you need to prepare a few documents:

  • Passport/ Traveling Document. Your passport needs to have at least two blank pages and it needs to be valid for at least six months and issued within the last decade.
  • Visa Application Form. You need to fill this in and get it signed. You can find the form here. Make sure to follow the instructions on how to fill in the application form.
  • Recent Pictures. These photos need to follow the Schengen visa photo rules as set by ICAO.
    Visa Fee. You need to pay a certain amount in order to apply for your visa. The fee depends on the type of visa (see below).
  • A Letter of Purpose. You need to present a cover letter, in which you should clearly state the reason for your visit.
  • An Itinerary. You must provide correct dates for your flights and your plans during the trip.
    Travel Insurance. You must have Schengen travel insurance that covers any medical and emergency issues up to 30,000€.
  • Civil Status Documents. This can include birth certificates or your marriage license.
  • Proof of Accommodation. You need to provide your hotel reservation or proof for any other type of accommodations you’ve secured.
  • Proof of Financial Means. You need to provide proof that you have enough means to finance your travels to Austria.
  • Copies of Previous Schengen Visa. Applicable only if you’ve had a Schengen visa before.

Depending on your visa and the reason for your visit you may need additional documents:

  • University records (if you’re a student).
  • Employment contract.
  • Bank statement.
  • Proof of pension (if you’re retired).
  • Business license (if you’re self-employed).
  • Proof of invitation (if you’re visiting family or applying for a residence permit for reunification purposes).
  • Medical records (if you’re seeking medical help).

For a minor traveling to Austria you’ll need a few other documents:

  • Birth certificate.
  • Copies of travel documents (both parents).
  • Austria application form (signed by both parents).
  • Family court permission (if one parent has custody).
  • Official parental authorization (if the child is traveling alone).

Austria Visa Fees
Here are the fees that you need to pay when applying for an Austrian visa:

  • Schengen Visa for adults: 80€
  • Schengen Visa for children between ages 6 and 12: 40€
  • Schengen Visa for children under the age of 6: free
  • Schengen Visa Fee for citizens of Russian Federation, Ukraine, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Moldova, and Georgia: 35€
  • Transit Visa (A visa): 80 €
  • Transit Visa for children between ages 6 and 12: 40€
  • Transit Visa for children under the age of 6: free
  • D Visa for individuals under the age of 6: 75€
  • D Visa for individuals over the age of 6: 150€
  • Visa for individuals under the age of 35 but over the age of 6 of family members who have sought asylum in Austria: 200€
  • Visa for individuals under the age of 6 of a family member who has sought asylum in Austria: 100€

How Long Does It Take to Process the Visa Application?
As a rule of thumb, it takes up to 15 business days to process your application. However, sometimes it may take up to 30 days or 60 days.

What if my Visa Application Is Rejected?
Your visa application may be rejected for a number of reasons. You might have missed a few documents, your passport may be outdated, or some of your documents are not in order. Whatever the reason for the rejection, you can appeal against the decision.

You can also re-apply again after your visa has been rejected but take note of the previous reasons for your rejection. For the most part the embassy/consulate will notify you why your visa was refused but they might not do so, it’s best you contact the embassy after you’re notified of their decision. Keep in mind that the fee you paid is non-refundable.

How can I get Austria visa from Pakistan?
The Schengen visa C is intended for touristic, business or visiting purposes (without gainful employment) for a maximum stay of 90 days per 180 days. If a stay of more than 90 days is planned, you should apply for a visa D, which entitles the holder to stay in Austria up to six months.

Is Austria visa on arrival for Pakistani?
You need to apply for Schengen visa 1 month in advance at least. The applicant must reserve an appointment and appear in person at the nearest Consulate of Austria. Processing time counts after booked appointment at the visa centre. Austria tourist visa is required for citizens of Pakistan.

How long does it take to get Austria visa from Pakistan?
The application process takes a minimum of 4 weeks, in some cases up to 8 weeks. Please take this into consideration when planning/booking your trip. The Embassy recommends to apply well enough in advance. The Embassy cannot guarantee a timely process if the application has been submitted on short notice.

Is Austria visa difficult to get?
The rejection rate is about 6% or less, which is quite low. Based on recent trends, Austria is tenth on the list with the highest visa application approvals, and only nine countries have a higher approval rate.

How much bank balance is required for Austria tourist visa?
As such, the requirement of the bank balance you need for an Austria visa is regulated on an individual or case-by-case basis. However, you are generally advised to account for at least EUR 100 (equivalent to INR 9,012.81)* per day, as this is the average amount of money a tourist spends in Austria.

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