--- title: Austria visa for citizens of Kenya description: "Citizens of Kenya need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: From 15 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/austria/kenya lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Austria visa for citizens of Kenya Citizens of Kenya 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://visa.vfsglobal.com/ken/en/aut ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa C (Tourist, max 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** From 15 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient means ## How to apply 1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents as per the checklist, including passport, photos, insurance, bank statements, flight and hotel reservations, and employment letter. 2. **Complete and sign the application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form and sign it personally. 3. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable visa fee (EUR 90 for adults) in local currency at the bank and keep the deposit slip. 4. **Book an appointment at VFS Global** — Schedule an appointment at the VFS Application Centre in Nairobi (5th Floor, Parkfield Building, Muthaiga Drive). 5. **Attend the appointment in person** — Submit your application and documents in person; biometrics (fingerprints) will be taken. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes at least 15 calendar days; a consultation process may add time for Kenyan passport holders. 7. **Collect your passport** — Once a decision is made, collect your passport from the VFS centre or as instructed. ## Documents checklist - **Fully completed and signed application form** (Identity): Must be signed personally by the applicant. - **Two recent passport photographs** (Identity): Must meet Schengen photo requirements. - **Passport (valid at least 3 months after visa expiry) and photocopies of bio-data page and previous Schengen/US/UK visas** (Identity): Include copies of any previous Schengen, US, and UK visas. - **Residence permit (if applicable) valid at least 3 months after visa expiry** (Identity, optional): Required for non-Kenyan residents in Kenya. - **Travel health insurance covering all Schengen states, minimum EUR 30,000** (Travel): Must cover all risks and entire stay. - **Non-refundable visa fee proof (pre-paid bank deposit slip)** (Financial): Pay in local currency at the embassy exchange rate. - **Original and certified bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Must show sufficient financial means. - **Flight reservation (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing entry and exit dates. - **Letter from employer or business registration certificate** (Employment): Must state salary and date of employment. - **Hotel reservation (name, arrival/departure dates, telephone, address)** (Travel): For tourist visits. - **Sponsorship form (Elektronische Verpflichtungserklärung) if invited by a person in Austria** (Supporting, optional): Required if staying with a host. - **Proof of sufficient financial means of the invited person (if sponsored)** (Financial, optional): May be required in addition to sponsor's documents. - **For minors: letter from school, birth certificate, consent letter from non-traveling parent(s)** (Identity, optional): Include copies of parents' passports/IDs. - **For business/seminar: official invitation from Austrian organizer and letter of recommendation from Kenyan counterpart** (Supporting, optional): Required for business or event visits. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for the stay (not specified in source) - Original and certified bank statements for last 3 months - Sponsorship form (if applicable) Bank statements must show sufficient financial means; no specific minimum amount given. ## Good to know - All applicants must appear in person for fingerprinting. - Applications must be submitted at least 15 calendar days before departure. - Kenyan passport holders are subject to a consultation process that may extend processing time. - Fees are payable in cash only and are non-refundable even if the visa is refused. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form personally. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide bank statements showing adequate funds for the entire stay. - **Invalid or insufficient travel health insurance** — Ensure insurance covers all Schengen states with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage. - **Passport validity less than 3 months after visa expiry** — Renew passport before applying if necessary. - **Failure to provide required supporting documents (e.g., hotel reservation, flight booking)** — Follow the checklist exactly and include all required documents. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Kenya need a visa for Austria? Citizens of Kenya need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa C (Tourist, max 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Kenya stay in Austria? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Austria visa cost for citizens of Kenya? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Austria visa processing take? Typically From 15 days. ### What documents do citizens of Kenya need for Austria? Fully completed and signed application form; Two recent passport photographs; Passport (valid at least 3 months after visa expiry) and photocopies of bio-data page and previous Schengen/US/UK visas; Travel health insurance covering all Schengen states, minimum EUR 30,000; Non-refundable visa fee proof (pre-paid bank deposit slip); Original and certified bank statements for last 3 months; and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Austria? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ken/en/aut ## Sources - [Visa Type - VFS Global](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/jpn/en/aut/visa-type) - [[PDF] Check - VFS Global](https://www.vfsglobal.com/austria/uganda/pdf/Austria-Checklist.pdf) - [How to apply? – BMEIA - Außenministerium Österreich](https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/austrian-embassy-nairobi/travelling-to-austria/entrance-and-residence/how-to-apply) - [visa.vfsglobal.com](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ken/en/aut) ## More - [Austria visa for every passport](/visa/austria) - [Every destination for Kenya passport holders](/visa/passport/kenya)