Zanzibar compulsory insurance as of 1.10.2024
01/10/2024 00:00

As of 01.10.2024, it will be mandatory to take out travel insurance for trips to Zanzibar.

This compulsory travel insurance can only be taken out via an application platform provided by the authorities in Zanzibar.

Regular travel insurance/supplementary insurance is not permitted.

The ÖVKG will be happy to assist you in applying for compulsory insurance.

Best regards

Your ÖVKG Team

China- Closing days
23/09/2024 00:00

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

The Chinese Consulate informs you that the Embassy will be closed due to public holidays from 30.9.2024 to 2.10.2024.

Please therefore expect longer processing times.

Your ÖVKG team

China- Submission of fingerprints
19/09/2024 00:00

In order to further facilitate visa applications, ALL applicants applying for a short-term visa for a single or double entry (stay within 180 days) will be exempt from the obligation to provide fingerprints from now until December 31, 2025. This also applies to crew visas, conference visas (F) and work visas (Z).

CHNA HOLIDAYS
10/09/2024 10:22

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

Due to the National Day in China, the Consulate of China will be closed from 30.09.2024 to 02.10.2024.

Please note that this will delay the processing time of visa applications by 3 days.

Your ÖVKG team

Cambodia - Travel registration in addition to the visa
01/09/2024 12:04

We would like to point out that travelers entering Cambodia by air must register via the website https://www.arrival.gov.kh/ in addition to a valid visa within 7 days prior to entry.

Please find more information on the website of the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/reise-services/reiseinformation/land/kambodscha