Austria is a peaceful country in the centre of Europe. The country is famous for its beautiful tourist destinations. However, the country is prosperous and a hub of many opportunities. Therefore, a hike has been seen in the number of Indian tourists visiting Austria. However, to get entry you need a valid travel insurance (mandatory as of May 2022) and meet different criteria. In addition, you also require a visa for Austria. 

Read on to learn more about the Austrian visa and its requirements for Indians.

Yes, Indians need a visa to visit Austria for any purpose. However, Indian tourists will only need a tourist visa to visit Austria if they plan to stay for more than 90 days. Apart from that, there are both short-term and long-term visas for Indians.

The types of visas for Austria for Indian citizens are as follows,

• Schengen Visa: Indian citizens can get a Schengen visa, which is also known as a type C visa, if they wish to stay in Austria for not more than 90 days.
• Austria Airport Visa: This permit is required when any Indian citizen transit through any airport in Austria from any other destination.
• Austria Tourist Visa: This visa is exclusively for Indian tourists willing to visit the country for any vocational or recreational purposes. The visa is valid for 90 days.
• Austria Visitor Visa: A visitor visa is applicable when any Indian citizen wishes to visit Austria to meet any relative or friend.
• Austria Business Visa: Indian citizens visiting Austria for business-related purposes must apply for a business visa. For this, business-related activities should be clearly stated.
• Austria Medical Visa: Indian individuals who want to visit Austria for medical purposes can opt for this visa.
• Austria Student Visa: Indian students attending a course for up to 3 months in Austria can apply for a student visa with proper documents. Further, a long-term Austrian visa allows students to stay up to 6 months.
• Austria Visa for Cultural, Sports, and Film Crew: Indian individuals who are going to participate in any entertainment show or sports in Austria can opt for this type of visa.
• Family Visa: An Austrian family visa can be issued to the third-country family members of an Austrian citizen. This is a long-term Austrian visa that is for a family reunion.

Indian citizens can be eligible for getting an Austrian visa by providing the necessary documents and their complete travel plan.

Documents required for the Austria visa process are as follows -

• A valid passport with at least 3 months validity and 2 blank pages
• Properly filled out and self-attested visa application form
• Photographs, clicked by maintaining the guidelines of ICAO
• Hotel booking details or any other accommodation details
• Confirmed return ticket
• Travel and health insurance
• Bank statement

However, apart from these documents, some special credentials are also required for Austrian visas of different types. These are,

Business Visa

• Invitation letter from an Austrian company that should have the date of visit and complete address of the company
• Permission letter from your employer
• Last 6 months’ bank statement
• Certificate of memorandum and article of association
• Trade licence
• Evidence of enough fund backup

Student Visa

• A valid passport
• Completely filled out the visa application form
• Proof of admission
• Visa-C form for 3 months staying or visa-D form for 6 months staying
• Evidence of paid tuition fees
• Clear photographs
• Previous university record
• Proof of financial backups

Family Visa

• A valid passport
• Copy of previous passports
• Clear photographs
• Travel insurance
• Visa application form
• Birth certificate, character certificate, marriage certificate, divorce certificate
• Adoption details
• Evidence of accommodation
• Skill in the German language
• Whole travel plan

The Austria visa process demands different fees for different types of permits. These are as follows -

• For a short-term tourist visa, it is USD 78.64 (EUR 72.83)

• For a short-term business visa, it is USD 78.64 (EUR 72.83)

• Visas for children below 6 years are exempted from any charges

• A Transit visa for adults costs USD 78.64 (EUR 72.83)

Disclaimer: The visa fees are subject to change, based on new immigration rules, the country in which you apply, the local currency and currency exchange rates.

The offline application process for an Austrian visa is as follows:

Step 1: Determine the type of visa you want to apply

Step 2: Go to any Austrian Embassy or consulate

Step 3: Collect all necessary documents as per Austria visa requirements

Step 4: Make an appointment with Austrian Embassy for document submission and interview process

Step 5: Get your visa after the processing time

To get a Schengen visa for entering Austria, you must have short-term medical insurance as travel security. This is not only a mandatory need, but it can save you from many adverse situations and help you in emergency medical conditions.

Thus, these are all you need to know about a visa for Austria. The processes are quite simple and easy to apply. Moreover, the Austrian Embassy and consulates share different helpful aspects for the benefit of visitors. So, Indian citizens will hardly face any issues travelling to Austria. However,  to avoid further inconvenience, consider this guide and apply for a visa accordingly.