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CLOSING DAYS arab embassies

25/04/2022

Due to the end of RAMADAM, all Arab states only partially opened in the week of 02.05.2022 and 06.05.2022.

The consulate of Saudi Arabia has decided not to offer consular services from Monday to Thursday (02.05.2022 to 05.05.2022)

We kindly ask you to take this into account when applying for a visa.

Thank you and best regards

Your ÖVKG Team

INDIA - closed on 14.04.2022 and 15.04.2022

11/04/2022

The Indian Consulate informs that it is closed on 14.04.2022 and 15.04.2022 and cannot accept any applications.

INDIA - NEW CONSULAR PROVIDER from 30.03.2022

28/03/2022

From March 30, 2022, visa applications will no longer be submitted directly to the Indian consulate, but to the consular provider BLS International Services LTD.

The processing time for the visa usually takes 4 working days.

JAPAN - Entry requirements

25/03/2022

Please refer to the information provided on the website of the Embassy of Japan in Vienna regarding the proof required for entry into Japan: https://www.at.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/grenzmassnahmen_20210519.html

VIETNAM - Visa application possible again!

16/03/2022

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.

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