How to get a Austria visa from Kenya

• This visa allows Kenyans to visit Austria for sightseeing, recreation and relaxation purposes.
• Kenyans can also visit friends and/or relatives in the country with the tourist visa.
• The Austrian tourist visa can either be single,double or multiple entry.
• If you have a host in Austria, an official letter of invitation containing the person's home address and telephone number is required.
• The tourist visa is non-refundable and are usually a Type C or D visa.
• Application of tourist visa should be done at least 15 days before the applicant's planned date of departure.
• You are to provide evidence that you have purchased health insurance that covers medical emergencies with a minimum of €30,000, for the whole period of stay.
  
• A cover letter mentioning your details, travel plans, and details of the other members traveling with you should also be submitted.
• While you are in the country with this visa, you cannot take up a course to study in any of the institutions of learning in Austria.
• Kenyans are not allowed to carry more than 10 euros during travel.
• Holders of this visa can attend festivals and events in the country.
• For Kenyans who are employed, a letter written by your employer stating their awareness of your leave and duration granted should be submitted. The letter should be written on the company's letter head.
• Applicants under the age of 18 are required to provide the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate. A letter of consent signed by both your parents should also be submitted for minors travelling with non or one of their parents.
• Applicants are expected to have proof of the incentive of returning to their country.
• Proof of paid visa application fee is to be submitted by applicant.
• During your stay in the country, you are not allowed to be paid for the services you render.
• Applicants are to provide a proof of medical fitness which shows that the applicant is free from any communicable disease. A proof of medical insurance that covers the duration of stay should also be included.
• Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation for the applicants duration of stay should also be submitted.
• You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country.

• Applicants of this visa are those seeking to engage in business activities in Austria.
• The business visa allows its holder to meet up with partners in order to negotiate and sign contracts in Austria.
• Holders of this visa can also attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits.
• Austrian business visa can either be single entry, double or multiple entry.
• Applicant on the business will need an entry permit.
• Application of this visa cannot be done more than 3 months prior to departure.
• A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting up with should be provided. The company’s address, the purpose of your visit and how long you will be in the country should clearly be stated in the letter.
• Applicants who intend to stay in Austria beyond 90 days and up to 6 months will need to apply for a Type D visa.
• If the applicant’s expenses would be taken up by the employer or the business partner in Austria, it should be clearly stated in the letter.
• If you have had previous business dealings with the Austrian company, a proof of this is required.
• A proof of financial sufficiency should be provided by the applicant.

• Applicants who are self-employed should include a copy of their business license, income tax return, and company bank statement of the last 6 months.

• Certificate of business registration of the Austrian company should be provided.
• Holders of this visa are not permitted to take up either paid or unpaid employment while in the country.
• Proof of medical fitness should be provided.
• Non-Kenyans should ensure they have a copy of their stay permit in Kenya.
• Proof of paid visa application fees should be provided by applicant.
• Applicants are required to leave Austria at the expiration of their visa.

• The student visa allows Kenyans who have been accepted into one of the institutions in the country to study.
• Before you start the visa application process, ensure that you have been accepted into the institution you applied to.
• Letter of acceptance from the institution of your choice written on the institution’s letterhead is required. This serves as a proof that you are eligible to attend classes and write exams.
• Applicants are expected to have the certificates and transcripts from the previously attended schools.
• A proof of part or full payment of tuition fee should be submitted by the applicant.
• International students can work part-time for up to 20 hours per week.
• An extension of this visa is granted to cover the duration of your study.
• Applicants are to submit proof of financial sufficiency that will cover the study and stay expenses.
• A proof of medical fitness that proves that the applicant is free from all communicable disease must be provided.
• Visa application of previously convicted applicants may be rejected.

• With the transit visa, Kenyans can make stop-overs in Austria.
• Those transiting through Austria to their destination country may also apply for this visa.
• Holders of this visa are required to possess the visa and flight ticket of their destination country.
• If you are under the age of 18 years, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
• Receipt of paid visa application fee is to be submitted by applicant.
• You are not allowed to study or take up paid or unpaid employment during your time in the country.
• This visa is valid for 24 hours.
• You are required to exit the country before your visa expires.
• Kenyans will not be granted an extension to this visa.

An Austrian takes about 15 days to process an Austrian visa. It is a Schengen visa that will be issued because the country is a member of the Schengen area.

Yes, Austria is a member of the Schengen Area.

No, it isn't valid for Austria only. This is because 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.

It is relatively expensive to live in Austria. The cost of living per month in Austria is €950. This covers both feeding and accommodation.