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
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
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 TeamFrom now on, ALL applicants who are not younger than 12 years and not older than 65 years must appear in person at the consulate to give fingerprints when applying for a visa.
This applies to all visa categories.
Applications for electronic visas are NOT affected.
Your ÖVKG team
Good afternoon,
Please note when applying for your visa that the Chinese Visa Application Service Center will be partially closed from February 17 to February 20, 2026 due to the Chinese New Year holiday.
There will therefore be longer processing times.
We recommend that you apply for your visa early.If you have any questions, the consular advisors will be happy to help.Your ÖVKG team
