Austria visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting Austria

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Austrian Visa.


  • Passport with a validity of more than six months from the intended period of exiting the country.
  • The passport should have two blank pages for necessary stamps.
  • Visa application form completed and signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Original copy of bank statement of six months prior to the period of visa application.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of civil status.

Austria Visa for Egyptians

Facts about Austria


Austria has a very mountainous terrain with only 32% of the country below 500m. The country is very rich in ancient history and is the birthplace of legends such as Mozart, Strauss, and Freud. The country is well known for its elegant coffee houses as well as its world-famous delicacy “Wiener Schnitzel”.
 
The capital city of Austria, Vienna, attracts a lot of tourist presence both in the summer and winter. This is a testament to the unending fun on offer in the city. Austria ranked 12th in international tourist arrival with visits of over 20.8 million tourists.

There are intense consequences for driving under the influence of alcohol. Drivers are advised to drive with their headlights at night or risked being pulled over by the authorities.

The official language in Austria is German.

Types of Austria Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days More than 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 24 hours

General Requirements for Austria Visa


  • Passport with a validity of more than six months from the intended period of exiting the country.
  • The passport should have two blank pages for necessary stamps.
  • Visa application form completed and signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Original copy of bank statement of six months prior to the period of visa application.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of civil status.

Austria Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

75.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Austria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Egypt


Location

Address

Cairo

El Nile Street, Corner 5, Wissa Wassef Street 5th floor, Riyadth-Tower, Giza, Cairo, Egypt

http://www.bmeia.gv.at/oeb-kairo/

kairo-ob@bmeia.gv.at

+2 (02) 3570 2975

Cairo

44, Office #G, First Floor, Giza Street, Giza, Cairo, Egypt.

http://www.vfsglobal.com/austria/egypt/

info.ateg@vfsglobal.com

+2 (02) 3332 3009

Alexandria

696, office #1, First floor, Al Horeya street, Lauran, From Shaarawy Street, in front of American Furniture, Alexandria, Egypt.

http://www.vfsglobal.com/austria/egypt/

info.ateg@vfsglobal.com

+2 (02) 3332 3009

Frequently Asked Questions


Is Austria safe to visit?

Austria is a safe place to visit as long as you take precautions and keep belongings safe.


Is Austria part of Schengen?

Yes, Austria is a member of the Schengen Area.


Is the Schengen visa valid for Austria only?

The Embassy of Austria issues visas for Austria and other Schengen states. The Schengen visa issued by the Austrian embassy gives access to 24 Schengen countries in total.


What is the cost of living in Austria?

The cost of living per month in Austria is €950 and this covers feeding and accommodation.


How long does it take to get a visa to Austria?

It takes 15 days to process an Austrian Schengen visa.