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Austria Business Visa

The Austria business visa is issued by Austria for business purposes, including meetings, events, exhibitions, business investments or commercial activities. This visa allows its holder to enter and stay in Austria for 90 days within a 180-day period. One important matter is having an invitation letter, meaning a permit issued by the destination country for the person or company concerned. It should be noted that having an invitation letter is an important and effective step for the applicant in obtaining an Austria business visa as quickly as possible. In this article, Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company explains the details of obtaining an Austria business visa and accompanies you in obtaining this visa and the country's citizenship.

Immigration rules change often. This guide is a general introduction; check the current rules with a licensed lawyer before you act.


Documents and records
required to obtain an Austria business visa

  • Application form, completed in full and legibly in German (in Latin letters!) by the applicant.
  • 2 colour photographs
  • Original and copy of a valid passport
  • Identity documents
  • Original employment and job documents together with their German translations
  • Travel insurance (with coverage of at least 30.000 euros)
  • Original letter from the Iranian company or employer regarding your position, the length of the employment relationship and the purpose of the trip
    to Austria, together with its German translation
  • Return flight ticket reservation
  • Certificate of financial means
  • Invitation letter from the Austrian company
  • Payment of the visa application processing fee
  • Commercial card
  • Translation of all documents by a certified translation office

Documents required for employees to obtain an Austria business visa

  • Certificate of employment
  • Payslip
  • 6-month bank statement
  • Health insurance

Documents required for shopkeepers to obtain an Austria business visa

  • Business licence
  • 6-month bank statement
  • Receipt of the latest tax payment

Documents required for business people to obtain an Austria business visa

  • Company documents
  • 6-month bank statement
  • Receipt of the latest tax payment

Documents required for retired people to obtain an Austria business visa

  •  Retirement decree
  • 6-month bank statement

A certificate of enrolment in education or of any other occupation not included in the categories above is mandatory.

Extending the Austria business visa (Schengen)

The Austria business visa is considered a long-term visa that will be valid for more than 6 months. Note, however, that this visa is initially issued for a 90-day stay, after which you can extend your visa. The Austrian long-term visa is usually granted to people who have previously had one or more European single-entry visas in their passport and have travelled to Austria. Therefore, depending on the status of your passport, the Austrian embassy issues this type of visa for a period of 1 to 4 years, and after carrying out business activity that benefits the country and complying with the relevant laws, you can apply for Austrian citizenship.

Austria is a popular destination for trade and business. However, the strict rules for applicants from non-European countries make it all the more essential to seek advice from capable and experienced consultants and lawyers; therefore Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company is by your side, with the aim of facilitating your immigration plans, to provide you with the best and most reliable services.

If you need consultation, you can meet our consultants in person or online and learn about the process of obtaining your Austria business visa. You can also, right now, through our free assessment form, which is managed by expert consultants, check your eligibility for this type of visa.

Steps to obtain an Austria business visa

Dear applicant, if you wish to obtain an Austria business visa, please follow the steps below

Assessment form and consultation

First, by completing the free assessment form, you can send your basic circumstances and details for review by the lawyers. If your general circumstances are suitable, a consultation call will be scheduled for you. It should be noted that this entire process is free of charge and is reviewed and assessed by specialist staff

Receiving the confirmation letter

After the consultation and completion of the immigration file process, a letter of approval or non-approval will be sent to you by the licensed lawyers. This letter states whether or not you are eligible to immigrate, the type of immigration visa, and the route and conditions through which you can immigrate.

Registration in Obtaining the visa Frequently asked questions some users have had about the Austria business visa

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to apply for an Austria business visa?

It is best to apply for an Austria business visa at least three weeks before your planned trip.

How much does an Austria business visa cost?

According to the latest changes, the application fee for an Austria business visa is 80 euros for adults.

Can you travel to other European countries with an Austria business visa?

Yes. Austria is one of the Schengen Area countries, so with an Austria business visa you can travel to the other member countries of the Schengen Area.