Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting
Austria
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Austrian Visa.
- Passport with a validity of at least 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of civil status.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Austria Visa for Nigerians
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 |
General Requirements for Austria Visa
- Passport with a validity of at least 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of civil status.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Austria Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners traveling to Austria for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- This visa also serves as a visitor visa. You can visit your friend or relative who hold permanent residence in the country.
- A letter of invitation from your host in the country should be provided. The letter must state the relationship between the you and your host in the country.
- A letter of employment from the applicant’s employer in Nigeria should be provided. The letter should state the leave days of the applicant.
- If the applicant of this visa is under the age of 18 years, a copy of the birth certificate of the minor is required.
- Documents which serves has proof that the applicant has the incentive of returning to his/her home country at the expiry of this visa is required.
- This visa does not allow you to engage in business activities during your time in the country.
- Proof of payment of visa fee should be provided.
Austria Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of visiting Austria to engage in business activities.
- During your time in the country, you are permitted to negotiate and sign business contracts with partners.
- An official letter of invitation from the company in Austria should be provided. The letter must state the personal details of the applicant and also the duration and purpose of the applicant’s visit in Austria.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the host company and the sponsoring company should be provided, if any.
- Holders of this visa can attend and participate in trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars in the country.
- Applicants who intend to participate in conferences, trade fairs, and seminars are required to provide an invitation from the authorized body to attend events.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Nigeria should be provided. The letter must introduce the applicant and state continuing employment on return to the country.
- Non-Nigerians should ensure they provide their residence permit for Nigeria.
Austria Visa Fees
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Medical visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
99.00 (EUR)
Austria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Nigeria
Abuja
Plot 9, Usuma Street, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria.
https://www.bmeia.gv.at/botschaft/abuja.html
abuja-ob@bmeia.gv.at
+234 706 418 3226, +234 9 413 0772
Lagos
Plot 110, Admiral Ayinla Way, Opposite Treasure Garden Estate, Third Roundabout, Lekki Phase I, Lagos, Nigeria.
https://www.vfsglobal.com/austria/nigeria/
info.austriang@vfshelpline.com
+234 815 018 8800