USA - Price changes B1 and B2 visas
11/03/2026 09:24

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

The US Consulate informs you that the price for the B1 and B2 visa for the USA has changed. From now on the visa costs 199,05€ including shipping of the passport.

Thank you and best regards

Your ÖVKG Team

Information on the current situation in the Middle East
02/03/2026 00:00

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

If you are planning a trip to the Middle East or via this region in the coming days, please check the current regulations, travel warnings and the status of your flight before you leave.

Registration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is strongly recommended. The ÖVKG will be happy to assist you with this.

Helpful links:

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/

Links to airlines:

Lufthansa - Current flight information

Austrian Airlines - Current information and flight irregularities

Qatar Airways -Update

Emirates - Restricted operations and flight closures due to airspace closures

Best regards

Your ÖVKG team

SRI LANKA - System malfunction
19/02/2026 09:15

The Sri Lankan authorities have announced that due to a technical malfunction in the ETA system, tourists and business travelers must continue to apply for the ETA, but no confirmation of approval can currently be issued. In this case, the ETA order confirmation / payment confirmation must be presented upon entry at Bandaranaike International Airport - the ETA will then be issued on site.

Thank you for your understanding

Your ÖVKG team

Ramadan - longer processing times
18/02/2026 00:00

From February 18 to March 20, 2026 is the month of Ramadan. During this time and around the subsequent Eid, consulates of Islamic countries may have longer processing times and be closed.

Your ÖVKG Team

Vietnam New Year - longer processing times
12/02/2026 00:00

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

Due to the New Year celebrations, there will be delayed processing times for e-visas for Vietnam and closing days at the Embassy in Vienna between February 14-22, 2026.

Please expect longer processing times during this period.

Your ÖVKG Team