--- title: Austria visa for citizens of Afghanistan description: "Citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/austria/afghanistan lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Austria visa for citizens of Afghanistan Citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/embassy-in-kabul/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa · Schengen (short stay) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** €50 per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Check visa requirements & prepare documents** — Review the necessary documents listed on the embassy website. 2. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Austrian Embassy in Kabul (if operational) or at the nearest competent Schengen embassy. 3. **Complete the online visa application form** — Fill in the Schengen visa application form online and print it. 4. **Attend the appointment in person** — Submit documents, provide biometrics (fingerprints & photo), and attend an interview if required. 5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the €80 visa fee (cash or card) at the embassy. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing may take 15–30 calendar days. 7. **Collect passport** — Receive visa decision and collect passport in person or via authorized courier. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months after departure from Schengen area. - **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Fill online and print. - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet Schengen photo standards. - **Return flight booking or itinerary** (Travel): Showing entry and exit dates from Schengen area. - **Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage)** (Travel): Valid throughout the Schengen territory. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Supporting): For all intended nights of stay. - **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for the trip. - **Employment letter / leave approval (if employed)** (Employment): Dated and signed, with company stamp. - **Tax returns or payslips (if applicable)** (Financial, optional): To further demonstrate income. - **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): From the host in Austria, including their address and passport copy. - **Travel itinerary / day-by-day plan** (Travel, optional): Brief outline of planned activities. - **Marriage certificate (if spouse is traveling)** (Identity, optional): For family visa applications. - **Birth certificate (for minors)** (Identity, optional): Along with consent letter from both parents. - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Proof of payment of the 80 EUR visa fee. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Tax returns - Payslips Funds must be clearly available and sufficient for the entire trip. ## Good to know - Processing times may be longer for Afghan passport holders due to security checks. - Interviews are almost always required for Afghan nationals. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or poor bank statements** — Provide clear, recent statements showing adequate balance. - **Lack of travel history** — Provide all previous visa stamps and travel records. - **Missing or invalid travel insurance** — Ensure insurance covers €30,000 minimum for all Schengen countries. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for Austria? Citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa · Schengen (short stay). ### How long can citizens of Afghanistan stay in Austria? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Austria visa cost for citizens of Afghanistan? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Austria visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Afghanistan need for Austria? Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background); Return flight booking or itinerary; Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Austria? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/embassy-in-kabul/ ## Sources - [[PDF] AUSTRIA - CHECKLIST FOR TOURIST VISA - VFS Global](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/austria/saudiarabia/english/pdf/AUSTRIA-CHECKLIST-FOR-TOURIST-VISA.pdf) - [How to apply? – BMEIA - Außenministerium Österreich](https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/austrian-embassy-new-delhi/travels-to-austria/entry-and-residence/how-to-apply) - [Documentation Required - Embassy of India, Vienna, Austria](https://eoivienna.gov.in/pages/MTc4) - [bmeia.gv.at](https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/embassy-in-kabul/) ## More - [Austria visa for every passport](/visa/austria) - [Every destination for Afghanistan passport holders](/visa/passport/afghanistan)