The Austria Tourist Visa is a short-stay Schengen Visa (Type C) for Indian travellers visiting Austria for tourism, holidays and sightseeing. It permits travel within the Schengen Area subject to the conditions and validity granted by the Austrian Embassy.
Key Details
1. Visa Type: Schengen Visa – Type C
2. Purpose: Tourism, holiday & sightseeing
3. Maximum Stay: Up to 90 days within a 180-day period
4. Entry: Single / Double / Multiple, as granted
5. Application in India: Through VFS Global
6. Visa Decision: Austrian Embassy / competent Consulate
7. Travel Insurance: Minimum €30,000 medical coverage, valid throughout the Schengen Area
8. Passport: Must be issued within the last 10 years, have at least 2 blank pages and remain valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen Area.
9. Biometrics: Fingerprints are generally required unless eligible fingerprints are already stored in the VIS; children under 12 are exempt from fingerprint collection.
The Austria Business Visa is a Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) for travellers visiting Austria for permitted business activities, such as business meetings, establishing business contacts, sales-related activities and other short-term business purposes.
Key Details
1. Visa Type: Schengen Visa – Type C
2. Purpose: Business
3. Maximum Stay: Up to 90 days within the applicable 180-day period
4. Entry: Single / Double / Multiple, as granted
5. Application in India: VFS Global
6. Decision Authority: Austrian Embassy / Consulate
7. Travel Medical Insurance: Minimum EUR 30,000, valid throughout the Schengen Area
8. Normal Processing: Approximately 15 working days, subject to possible extension where additional scrutiny is required.
| Document Name. | Description | File |
|---|---|---|
| Passport front / Back | 1. Clear copy of the passport bio-data page. |
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| Recent Photograph | Passport-size photograph as per Schengen visa specifications. |
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| Accommodation | Confirmed hotel/accommodation booking for the complete stay. |
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| Flight Ticket | Round-trip flight reservation |
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| Travel Itinerary | Detailed day-wise itinerary covering the proposed trip. |
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| Covering Letter | Explaining the purpose of travel, duration of stay and other relevant travel details. |
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| Travel Medical Insurance | Valid for the entire Schengen Area with the required minimum coverage. |
| Category | Visa | Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | VFS fee | Service fee | GSTIN (0 %) | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | Single Entry |
90 days |
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0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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| Tourist Visa | Multiple Entry |
90 days |
|
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
| Business Visa | Single Entry |
90 days |
|
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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| Business Visa | Multiple Entry |
90 days |
|
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1. Valid Passport: Passport should meet the applicable Schengen validity and blank-page requirements.
2. Travel Insurance: Travel medical insurance is mandatory and must meet Schengen requirements.
3. Accommodation Proof: Hotel/accommodation confirmation should cover the complete stay.
4. Flight Reservation: A round-trip flight reservation should be provided.
5. Travel Itinerary: A clear and genuine itinerary should match the proposed travel dates and accommodation.
6. Financial Proof: Applicants may be required to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover their stay and return journey.
7. Genuine Purpose: The applicant must establish the genuine purpose of the proposed visit.
8. Biometrics: Fingerprints may be required as per applicable Schengen rules.
9. Additional Documents: The Embassy/Consulate may request additional documents or an interview.
10. Processing Time: Processing can vary depending on the application and individual circumstances.
11. Visa Decision: Visa approval is not guaranteed and the final decision rests with the competent Austrian authorities.
12. Stay & Validity: The visa validity, number of entries and permitted stay are determined by the Embassy and mentioned on the visa issued.
13. No Overstay: Applicants must leave the Schengen Area before the permitted stay expires.
14. Fees: Visa and service fees are generally non-refundable, including in case of refusal.
15. Document Accuracy: All information and documents submitted must be genuine, complete and accurate.
