Austria Visa for Australian Citizens
Yes — Australian passport holders can enter Austria visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
Visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourist/non-employment purposes. Annex II of EU Regulation 2018/1806.
bmeia.gv.at ↗Entering Austria on an Australian passport
- → Travel with just your valid Australian passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for Australian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Australian applicants
The exact documents Australian citizens must submit for Austria, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
otherAustrian National Visa - Type D
Important: You will need to complete the Registration Process first. You cannot submit only the application form and or checklist. Review the Steps to apply carefully to ensure you submit a completed application set. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Document Checklist and Austrian National Visa Type D Form
otherSchengen Visa - Type C
Important: You will need to complete the Registration Process first. You cannot submit only the application form and or checklist. Review the Steps to apply carefully to ensure you submit a completed application set. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Document Checklist and Schengen Visa Form
touristAustrian Work and Holiday Visa For Australian Citizens – Type D
Important: You will need to complete the Registration Process first. You cannot submit only the application form and or checklist. Review the Steps to apply carefully to ensure you submit a completed application set. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Document Checklist and Schengen Visa Form
transitAirport Transit Visa - Type A
Important: You will need to complete the Registration Process first. You cannot submit only the application form and or checklist. Review the Steps to apply carefully to ensure you submit a completed application set. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Document Checklist and Schengen Visa Form
Austria visa for Australia citizens — FAQ
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Austria?
Yes — Australian passport holders can enter Austria visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
How long can Australian citizens stay in Austria?
Australian passport holders can stay in Austria for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Australian citizens need for Austria?
A valid passport plus the Austria document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
Related visa requirements
For Australian citizens