Austria Visa Types for Pakistani Citizens

✈️ 1. Visit Visa (Schengen Visa – Type C)

Purpose:

  • Tourism
  • Visiting family/friends
  • Attending cultural or private events

Duration:

  • Up to 90 days within 180 days

Requirements:

  • Completed visa application form
  • Valid passport (3 months beyond stay)
  • 2 passport-size photos (white background)
  • Travel itinerary (flight bookings)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel or invitation letter)
  • Travel medical insurance (€30,000 coverage)
  • Bank statement (last 6 months)
  • Proof of employment/income
  • NADRA Family Certificate (if visiting family)
  • Cover letter explaining purpose of visit

πŸ’Ό 2. Business Visa (Schengen Visa – Type C)

Purpose:

  • Attending meetings, conferences, trade fairs, business deals

Requirements (in addition to Visit Visa):

  • Invitation letter from Austrian company
  • Business cover letter from Pakistani company
  • Company documents (NTN, SECP/Chamber Certificate)
  • Travel history (if available)

🏠 3. Family Reunion Visa (National Visa – Type D)

Purpose:

  • Joining spouse or parents
  • Long-term stay (>90 days)

Requirements:

  • Completed National visa form
  • Valid passport
  • Marriage certificate (with attested translation)
  • Birth certificate (if joining parents)
  • Proof of relationship (photos, communication)
  • Austrian partner’s residency proof
  • Income proof and housing proof of sponsor
  • Travel health insurance
  • Police Character Certificate
  • Visa fee ~€150 (subject to change)

πŸŽ“ 4. Study Visa (National Visa – Type D / Student Residence Permit)

Purpose:

  • Enrolling in a university or course in Austria

Requirements:

  • University admission letter
  • Educational certificates/transcripts
  • Proof of German or English language proficiency (as per university)
  • Proof of funds: approx €11,000 in a blocked account
  • Accommodation confirmation in Austria
  • Health insurance
  • Police clearance certificate
  • Visa application form + 2 passport photos
  • Passport (with copies)
  • Birth certificate (with German translation)

πŸ“Œ Note: You must also apply for a residence permit once in Austria.


πŸ‘· 5. Work Permit Visa (Red-White-Red Card – National Visa + Work Permit)

Purpose:

  • Long-term employment, skilled migration, shortage occupation

Types:

  • Red-White-Red Card (Skilled Professionals)
  • EU Blue Card
  • Seasonal Worker Permit
  • Job Seeker Visa (for highly qualified individuals)

Requirements:

  • Valid job offer from an Austrian employer
  • Employment contract
  • Relevant qualifications and work experience
  • Salary must meet Austrian thresholds
  • Employer’s confirmation of labor market need
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Valid passport + biometrics
  • Medical insurance
  • Application form (D Visa + Work Permit application)

πŸ“Œ Tip: Skilled professionals (especially IT, medical, and engineering) have higher chances of approval.


🏒 Application Process (All Visa Types):

  1. Book appointment via Contact Form
  2. Gather and prepare required documents
  3. Visit VFS center in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi for biometrics and submission
  4. Track your application online
  5. Decision by Austrian Embassy (Islamabad)

πŸ’Έ Visa Fees:

  • Type C (Short Stay): €80 + VFS service fee
  • Type D (National Visa): €120–150
  • Additional courier, SMS, or premium services optional

⏳ Processing Times:

  • Short Stay (Visit/Business): 15–30 working days
  • National Visa (Study/Work/Family): 6–12 weeks
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