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How to get a Austria visa from Ghana
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Austria.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Austria.
Business visa
Processing time15 - 30 days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time15 - 30 days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Ghanaian applicants need to provide.
- Completed and signed copy of application form.
- Original international passport with copy of biometric data page.
- A copy of original birth certificate.
- Copies of previous Schengen visas.
- A copy of bank statement dating back 3 months to show steady and continuous cash flow.
- Copy of return flight reservation.
- A letter of invitation from the host in Austria.
- Copy of insurance policy. The minimum cover for the insurance policy shall be €30000.
- Proof of prepaid accommodation in Austria.
- Proof of employment and letter showing that you were given leave and that you will return to your place of work.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This visa allows people to visit the Austria for recreation or holiday.
- The visa is also used for short-term non-work purposes.
- You are not expected to work with this visa.
- If you are visiting a friend or relative, a letter of invitation from your host is required.
- Minors traveling alone should ensure they have an original copy of their birth certificate as well as an application form signed by both parents.
- Means of sustenance for the duration of stay in the country is required.
- Proof of medical insurance is also needed.
- The visa fee costs around €60 and it takes about 15 – 30 days to be ready.
- The visa expires after a period of 90 days.
Business visa
- This type of visa is issued to businessmen, representatives or employees of foreign companies who want to visit Austria for business purposes.
- With this visa, applicants can attend business meetings and conferences and conclude contracts.
- A letter of invitation from your business partner in Austria stating the purpose and duration of your visit to the country is required.
- You also need to submit a letter from your employer in Ghana confirming the duration and purpose of your trip.
- The full names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all businesses and persons you will contact in Austria should be stated in the letter.
- If you own the business, a copy of your certificate of business registration and latest tax return is required.
- If your employer is to assume the financial responsibility of your trip, it should be stated in the letter from your employer.
- Evidence of intention to return to Ghana is needed.
Where to apply
Austria embassy & visa application centers in Ghana.
Accra
AddressAddis Ababa Road, East Legon, Accra - Ghana
Phone(+233) 30 254 4069
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
Is Austria dangerous for tourists?
Austria has one of the lowest levels of serious crimes in the world. Street crime levels are very low. In a country which attracts more than 25 million tourists per year, the level of pick-pocketing and bag snatching are high.
Is English widely spoken in Austria?
Yes, Austrians speak English a lot.
Is Austria part of Schengen?
Yes.
How wealthy is Austria?
Austria ranks 14th in the world by nominal GDP per capita (47,290 US$).
How large is Austria?
Austria is the 20th-largest European country by area (83,858 km²).
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Austria visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.