Austria Schengen Visa from United Arab Emirates

For travelers from the United Arab Emirates to Austria, obtaining a Short Stay visa is essential for entry into the Schengen Area. This visa allows for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Applications can be submitted at the Austria Visa Application Centres located in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

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Abu Dhabi Austria Visa Application Centre, Abu Dhabi
Dubai Austria Visa Application Centre, Dubai

Austria visa centres in United Arab Emirates

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Document checklist

To apply for a Short Stay visa, prepare the necessary documents, which include a valid passport, completed application form, recent photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and travel insurance. Additional documents may be required based on your individual circumstances. Ensure all documents are accurate and complete to facilitate the processing of your application.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Stamped and signed bank statements
Required
Original bank statements for the required period, stamped and signed by the bank.
Applicant contact details proof
Required
Documentary proof of the applicant's operational email address, mobile number, and business card as requested by the checklist.
Emirates ID
Required
Copy of the applicant's Emirates ID card.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
No objection certificate
Required
Original NOC addressed to the Cyprus Embassy in Abu Dhabi, signed and stamped by the issuer, confirming employment or sponsorship details as applicable.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Passport Copy
Required
If your name is not on the accommodation reservation, also provide a photocopy of the passport or ID card of the person named on the reservation, plus the passport signature page if the signature is not on the bio page.
Passport photos (standardized)
Required
Standardized passport photographs required for a short-stay visa application (as specified in the checklist).
Copies of previous Schengen visas with entry and exit stamps
Required
Copies of all previous Schengen visas together with the corresponding entry and exit stamps.
Proof of accommodation
Required
Document proving accommodation arrangements or sufficient means to cover accommodation costs for the stay, such as a booking confirmation showing all guests' full names.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Multi-country travel itinerary
Required
Tickets between Schengen countries (if applicable)
UAE residence permit
Required
Valid residence permit in the United Arab Emirates, or UAE ID card for GCC citizens, valid for at least three months beyond intended departure from the Schengen area.
Copies of UAE residence permits for the last ten years
Required
Copies of all UAE residence permits held by the applicant during the last ten years.
Birth certificate
Required in some cases
Official birth certificate of the child, used to prove identity and parentage for minor applicants.
🤝Family
Electronic letter of guarantee (EVE)
Required in some cases
Elektronische Verpflichtungserklärung (EVE), an electronic letter of guarantee obtained by the Austrian business from the competent authority in Austria. Information: https://www.bmi.gv.at/
🤝Host
Official proof of guardianship
Required in some cases
Official document proving that a guardian has been appointed for the minor.
🤝Family👶Travelling with children
Marriage certificate
Required in some cases
Marriage certificate used to evidence spousal or registered partner sponsorship. If issued outside the EU and not in English or Portuguese, it must be translated by a certified translator in the UK.
🤝Family👶Travelling without children
Parental consent documents for minors
Required in some cases
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.
👶Travelling with children
No-objection letter after approved appeal
Required in some cases
Official letter stating that the applicant's objection/appeal against the visa decision has been successful.
👔Employed
Passport copy of non-travelling parent or guardian
Required in some cases
Copy of the signed valid travel document, such as a passport, of the parent or guardian not travelling with the minor.
👶Travelling with children
Parent or guardian travel document copy
Required in some cases
Copy of the signed valid passport or other travel document of the parent or guardian who is not travelling with the minor.
👶Travelling with children
Copy of previous visas and passport stamps from old passports
Required in some cases
Copies of previous visas and entry/exit stamps from the applicant's old passport(s), if any.
Copies of previous UAE residence permits for the last ten years
Required in some cases
Copies of all UAE residence permits held by the applicant during the last ten years.
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student
Trade license
Required in some cases
Valid original trade licence for self-employed applicants as proof of business activity.
👔Self Employed

Booking your Austria appointment

When scheduling an appointment at the Austria Visa Application Centres, consider booking well in advance to secure your preferred date and time. Arrive at the center with all required documents and be prepared for a potential interview. Familiarize yourself with the location and any specific entry requirements to ensure a smooth experience.