Austria Study Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Indian passport holders who are willing to apply for a Austria Study visa can find the necessary visa information on this page. In the following, you can find Austria Study visa requirements which mainly include the visa documents and eligibility criteria. General guidelines to be followed at the time of submission of Austria Study visa documents are mentioned on the page. For further visa consultation, you can contact BTW Visa Executives.

 

Following is the list of documents required for Austria Study visa for Indians.
  • Passport

      The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

    • It must be original and genuine.
    • It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
    • It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
    • It must be valid for 6 months from date of arrival
    • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

    One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.

  • Old Passport

      If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria

    • If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
    • It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.

    Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Photo

      The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

    • It must be clicked on an all white background.
    • It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
    • Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
    • It must have a matte finish.
    • It must cover face 80% of the frame.
    • It must be a recent photograph.
    • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
    • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
    • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
    • The ears must be visible clearly.
    • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
    • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

    Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.

  • Air Ticket

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
    • airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Austria
    • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

    An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.

  • Travel Insurance

      The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria

    • It must be circulated from the authorized insurance company only.
    • Cover as per the stay in the Schengen countries area .
    • Insurance should be covered for atleast 3 months from date of arrival in Austria
    • It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
    • It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
    • It must mention the applicant's details as per the passport.

    You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Bank Statement

      The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria

    • Proof of sufficient funds to cover overall cost of living during the probable duration of study in Austria
    • It must be original and should have the bank's stamp and signature on every page.

    If the Bank Statement doesn't show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Approval From Immigration

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • It must be original and obtained with a stamp and signature.

    Without the approval from Immigration, you will not be able to apply for any kind of immigration visa. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Rent Agreement

      The rental agreement is a necessary document. It must be provided keeping in mind the following characteristics

    • It must be provided as proof of accommodation.

    Rent Agreement is an important accommodation proof. If you do not provide the rent agreement, your visa may get rejected on the basis of lack of accommodation proof.

  • Student Id Card

      It must follow the required criteria

    • It must be issued from a known organisation.

    A student will not be granted the visa or entry to another country if the student ID is not presented. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Covering Letter From Applicant

      The covering letter provided by the visa applicant should be acceptable based on the following guidelines

    • Detailed letter from the applicant is required
    • It must mention other details as well as per the Consular's request.
    • It must mention the accommodation details of the applicant.
    • It must mention the person who will be bearing all the expenses during the trip, if not travelling alone.
    • It must specify the traveller's relationship with the fellow travellers if not travelling alone.
    • It must clearly specify the traveller's purpose of visit.
    • It must mention the travel dates as per the invitation letter or the booked flight tickets.
    • It must mention all the details as per the passport.

    Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Admission Letter From Invitee School

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • Payment receipt of Admission. If scholarship received letter for the same. If Someone else sponsoring need to fulfill EVE process
    • EVE-Elektronische Verpflichtungserklärung - Electronic letter of guarantee obtained by the sponsor at the competent „Fremdenpolizeibehörde“ of the sponsor’s district in Austria (if applicable)
    • Confirmation of admission from institute / university enrolled for the course
    • It must be original and should be obtained on the University's letterhead.
  • Invitation Letter From University

      It must follow the required criteria

    • It must be original and should be obtained on the letterhead specifying the traveller's purpose of visit.

    Without a proper proof of your purpose for acquiring the visa, like an invitation letter from the University, the visa application may not be accepted. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Birth Certificate

      Birth certificate is a mandatory personal document in some cases. It must be provided as per the given requirements

    • It must be original and in a good condition.

    Any traveller under 18 years of age is not allowed to apply for a visa without a birth certificate. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Police Clearance Certificate Pcc

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • It must be original and should be issued from the local police station.

    Without an attested copy of a PCC, one cannot be granted any kind of long term visa. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Invitation Letter
    • EVE-Elektronische Verpflichtungserklärung - Electronic letter of guarantee obtained by the sponsor at the competent „Fremdenpolizeibehörde“ of the sponsor’s district in Austria (if applicable)
    • Confirmation of admission from institute / university enrolled for the course
  • Admission Receipt In School

      It must follow the required criteria

    • It should be original and in a readable condition.

    An Admission receipt is compulsory for the issuance of this visa as it provides to the purpose of the same.

  • Salary Slips

      The Salary slip is a crucial document. It must be provided by following the criteria given below

    • It must mention the company's name and the applicant's designation as well.

    If your salalry slips do not render to your financial stability to support your self-financed trip, your visa accpetance could be in jeopardy. Professional visa consultation is recommended.


For detailed information, Please go through Austria Student Visa - Definitive Guide

Eligibility for getting Austria Study Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

  1. Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.

  2. Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.

  3. Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.

  4. Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.

  5. Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.

Visa Fees for Austria Study Visa:

Entry Stay Duration Validity Fees
Single entry Normal 90 days 3 months 8940.0
Single entry Normal 90 days 3 months 8940.0
term student visa - resident permit 180 days 2 years 11961.0

*Important Note:

Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application .

Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.

To know all details like process, eligibility, fees etc. Please refer Austria Student Visa

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