VIETNAM - Visa application possible again!
16/03/2022 14:25

Borders for foreign visitors were reopened on 15.03.2022 and electronic visas for tourism and business purposes will be issued again. An approval number is required to apply for a business visa at the embassy in Vienna.

RUSSIA - Change in consular provider fees
04/03/2022 11:51

We would like to inform you that the consular provider fees for visa applications have increased.

Normal processing     64,17€ net / 77,00€ gross 

The consular fees remain unchanged at 35.00&euros; for normal processing and 70.00&euros; for express processing.

Your ÖVKG team

Japan visa news
01/03/2022 00:00

The following visa categories can be applied for again since 01.03.2022:

  • Short-term visas for professional purposes (assembly or business trip)
  • Long-term visas, e.g. for employees posted to Japan

The basic requirement for applying for a visa is an authorization from Japan - this must be submitted online by the Japanese company at https://entry.hco.mhlw.go.jp/. 

USA - Book interview appointments at the US consulate well in advance
24/02/2022 10:12

Please note that due to the high volume, interview appointments at the US consulate are currently only granted 4-5 weeks after the application has been submitted. We therefore ask you to submit any applications in good time so that there are no delays.

ENTRY TO AUSTRALIA possible again from 21.02.2022
18/02/2022 11:19

The Australian authorities will open the borders for tourist and business entry on 21.02.2022. All visa categories can be applied for again.

Please note the Covid-related proof that must be presented upon entry.

Your ÖVKG team