RUSSIA - Change in consular provider fees
04/03/2022

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

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

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

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

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

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION on CHINA- mandatory test laboratories for PCR and antibody tests from 24.1.2022
18/01/2022

Dear ladies and gentlemen,

As just learned from the Chinese Embassy, for ALL travelers from Austria in the future ONLY PCR tests and antibody tests from the following laboratories will be accepted. LABORS

Please find the approved laboratories in the attachment as well as the official link of the Chinese Embassy.

The new regulation is effective from January 24 (including January 24, 2022).

http://www.chinaembassy.at/det/news/202201/t20220114_10495704.htm

Please inform your travelers accordingly and forward this information internally.

Thank you

With kind regards

Your ÖVKG Team