Austria is among 30 European countries that require visa-exempt travelers to possess an ETIAS travel authorization
Is it necessary to issue an ETIAS for a trip to Austria?
Certainly, whether you're traveling by any mode of transportation, if you belong to a visa-exempt country and intend to visit Austria or any other Schengen Zone country, an ETIAS is a mandatory requirement.
ETIAS visa for Austria: application
Applicants are required to provide comprehensive information as part of their ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) application. The details to be submitted include:
Personal Information:
Passport/Travel Document Information:
Travel Plans:
Background Information:
Additional Information for Minors:
Details for Applications Submitted by Others:
For Family Members of EU Citizens/Third Country Nationals:
Personal Information:
- Surname (family name), first name(s), surname at birth, usual name(s).
- Date of birth, place of birth, country of birth, and sex.
- Current nationality and any other nationalities or citizenships.
- First names of the parents of the applicant.
- Home address, address of permanent residence.
- Email address and telephone number.
Passport/Travel Document Information:
- Details of the passport and/or travel document, including passport number and expiration date.
Travel Plans:
- Member State of intended first entry.
Background Information:
- Education and/or current occupation details.
- Answers to ETIAS background and eligibility questions, which may cover medical conditions, criminal history, history of distributing illegal drugs, previous travel to war-zone countries, and any immigration or travel history resulting in deportation or rejection from an EU member country.
Additional Information for Minors:
- If the applicant is a minor, information about the person responsible for the minor.
Details for Applications Submitted by Others:
- If the application is submitted by a person other than the applicant, details about the representative, including their identity and the company they represent (if applicable).
For Family Members of EU Citizens/Third Country Nationals:
- Status as a family member.
- Identity details of the family member with whom the applicant has ties.
- Details about their family ties.
If I hold a passport from Austria, will I need an ETIAS?
Correct, Austrian passport holders, being citizens of a Schengen Zone country, do not need an ETIAS to travel within the Schengen Zone. ETIAS is primarily intended for visa-exempt individuals from third countries who plan to visit Schengen countries.
Do I need an ETIAS is transiting through Austria Airports?
No, an ETIAS travel authorization is not required if you stay solely within the international transit area. Nevertheless, if you depart from this area and enter the territory of any European countries that mandate ETIAS, a valid travel authorization is necessary.
Do I need an ETIAS when entering Austria by land, air, and sea?
Yes, if you are a citizen of a visa-exempt country and intend to enter Austria or any other country in the Schengen Zone, you will require an ETIAS, regardless of your mode of travel.
Does the ETIAS visa waiver for Austria replace a Schengen visa?
Citizens from the 60 countries that currently enjoy visa-free travel to Europe will be required to obtain authorization to visit once ETIAS is implemented in 2025. This authorization will come in the form of either ETIAS or a Schengen Visa. It's a matter of either having ETIAS or a Schengen Visa—those with ETIAS do not require a Schengen Visa, while those ineligible for or without ETIAS must possess a Schengen Visa.
Is applying ETIAS visa for Austria different than other countries?
The application procedure for ETIAS remains uniform across all Schengen countries. ETIAS is not tied to a specific country but pertains to the entire Schengen Zone.
How long can I stay in Austria with my ETIAS Visa Waiver?
An ETIAS allows you to stay within the Schengen Zone for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. This regulation is applicable throughout the entire zone and is not specific to Austria or any other individual country within the Schengen Zone.
Can I work and study in Austria with an ETIAS?
Working in Austria with an ETIAS is not permitted. To work in Austria, you must apply for an Austrian work and residence permit through either an Austrian embassy/consulate abroad or the relevant authorities in Austria.
For educational purposes, an ETIAS allows participation in short courses or training as long as the total stay in Austria or the Schengen zone does not surpass 90 days. However, enrolling in an Austrian university, participating in an internship, or engaging in student employment is not allowed under an ETIAS.
For educational purposes, an ETIAS allows participation in short courses or training as long as the total stay in Austria or the Schengen zone does not surpass 90 days. However, enrolling in an Austrian university, participating in an internship, or engaging in student employment is not allowed under an ETIAS.
If my ETIAS is denied for Austria, how do I appeal?
Appealing an ETIAS rejection is possible, and it involves a manual process that may necessitate a visit to an EU member consulate for an interview. It's important to note that the appeal procedures are managed by the authorities of the specific EU country that issued the decision to deny your application.
Cost of ETIAS visa for Austria
The cost of the ETIAS application is €7, but individuals under 18 or over 70 years old are exempt from the fee. Payments can be made using debit or credit cards.
Once the fee is paid by applicants aged 18 to 70, the ETIAS application will undergo processing, and a decision will be reached within minutes.
Once the fee is paid by applicants aged 18 to 70, the ETIAS application will undergo processing, and a decision will be reached within minutes.
