βοΈ 1. Visit Visa (Schengen Visa β 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 (β¬30,000 coverage)
- Bank statement (last 6 months)
- Proof of employment/income
- NADRA Family Certificate (if visiting family)
- Cover letter explaining purpose of visit
πΌ 2. Business Visa (Schengen Visa β 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)
π 3. Family Reunion Visa (National Visa β 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 partnerβs residency proof
- Income proof and housing proof of sponsor
- Travel health insurance
- Police Character Certificate
- Visa fee ~β¬150 (subject to change)
π 4. Study Visa (National Visa β 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 β¬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)
π Note: You must also apply for a residence permit once in Austria.
π· 5. Work Permit Visa (Red-White-Red Card β 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
- Employerβs confirmation of labor market need
- Proof of accommodation
- Valid passport + biometrics
- Medical insurance
- Application form (D Visa + Work Permit application)
π Tip: Skilled professionals (especially IT, medical, and engineering) have higher chances of approval.
π’ Application Process (All Visa Types):
- Book appointment via Contact Form
- Gather and prepare required documents
- Visit VFS center in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi for biometrics and submission
- Track your application online
- Decision by Austrian Embassy (Islamabad)
πΈ Visa Fees:
- Type C (Short Stay): β¬80 + VFS service fee
- Type D (National Visa): β¬120β150
- Additional courier, SMS, or premium services optional
β³ Processing Times:
- Short Stay (Visit/Business): 15β30 working days
- National Visa (Study/Work/Family): 6β12 weeks