Austria
Central Europe · Schengen area
Do US citizens need a visa? No — up to 90 days
US citizens visa-exempt for up to 90 days in 180 for Schengen stays, but not permitted to work.
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult standard€90
- Child 6-12€45
Standard Schengen fee plus VFS service fee.
Where to apply
VFS Global in New York or Chicago (for most states) or Consular Section of Austrian Embassy in Washington, DC (for other states)
Appointment system
As of July 1, 2021 Visa A/C/D applications must be submitted at VFS Global New York or Chicago, not at the Consulate General directly; book online via visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/aut
Required documents
- Visa application form
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond stay
- Photo
- Travel medical insurance EUR 30,000
- Proof of funds
- Proof of accommodation
- Return flight itinerary
- Proof of purpose
Editor tips
VFS office is not at the same address as the Consulate; apply no later than 15 days before travel.
Country-specific quirks
Applications must be lodged at VFS, not the consulate itself; separate appointment required for every applicant including children.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Austria are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Austria mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the US
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Austria visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Austria mission covering your country of residence.
- New YorkVFS GlobalVFS Global Visa Application Centre (Austria)
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Covers CT, IL, IN, IA, KY, ME, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT, WI (per consulate jurisdiction list, shared with Chicago VFS)
Official pageCoversCTILINIAKYMEMAMIMNNHNJNYOHPARIVTWI - ChicagoVFS GlobalVFS Global Visa Application Centre (Austria)
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Alternative VFS location for jurisdiction states
Official pageCoversCTILINIAKYMEMAMIMNNHNJNYOHPARIVTWI - Washington, DCConsular Section of the Austrian Embassy
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Covers AL, AR, DE and other remaining southern/central states not covered by NY/Chicago VFS
Official pageCoversALARDE
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
VFS Global in New York or Chicago (for most states) or Consular Section of Austrian Embassy in Washington, DC (for other states)
Appointment system
As of July 1, 2021 Visa A/C/D applications must be submitted at VFS Global New York or Chicago, not at the Consulate General directly; book online via visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/aut
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Austria are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Austria visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- New YorkVFS GlobalVFS Global Visa Application Centre (Austria)
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Covers CT, IL, IN, IA, KY, ME, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT, WI (per consulate jurisdiction list, shared with Chicago VFS)
Official pageCoversCTILINIAKYMEMAMIMNNHNJNYOHPARIVTWI - ChicagoVFS GlobalVFS Global Visa Application Centre (Austria)
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Alternative VFS location for jurisdiction states
Official pageCoversCTILINIAKYMEMAMIMNNHNJNYOHPARIVTWI - Washington, DCConsular Section of the Austrian Embassy
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Covers AL, AR, DE and other remaining southern/central states not covered by NY/Chicago VFS
Official pageCoversALARDE
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Austria
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Vienna and attach the confirmations to your application.
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