--- title: Austria visa for citizens of Nauru description: "Citizens of Nauru need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €80 + €20 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/austria/nauru lastModified: 2026-06-26 --- # Austria visa for citizens of Nauru Citizens of Nauru need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/austrian-embassy-to-canberra/citizen-services/visa/schengen-visa/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Uniform Schengen Visa (Type C) – Tourist/Business - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €80 + €20 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** 100 EUR per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Identify as Schengen visa (Type C) for tourism/business and collect all required documents as per checklist. 2. **Complete the application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or in print with correct personal and travel details. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an in-person appointment at the Austrian embassy/consulate or designated visa application centre (e.g., VFS Global) in your jurisdiction. 4. **Attend the appointment and submit documents** — Bring all original documents, copies, passport photos, and pay the visa fee. Provide biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) if required. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, can extend up to 45 days in complex cases. 6. **Collect passport / decision** — Collect your passport from the embassy/consulate or via courier (if arranged). If approved, check visa validity and conditions. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with two blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond departure)** (Travel) - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Supporting) - **Two recent biometric passport photos (35x45 mm, white background)** (Supporting) - **Travel health insurance (covering Schengen area, minimum 30,000 EUR)** (Financial) - **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking** (Travel) - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation)** (Travel) - **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements last 3 months, sponsor letter if applicable)** (Financial): Equivalent of 100 EUR per day of stay - **Employment letter (or proof of enrolment / pension / self-employment documents)** (Employment): Indicating position, salary, and approved leave - **Travel itinerary (detailed day-by-day plan)** (Travel, optional): Recommended for longer stays - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional) - **Previous Schengen visas (if any) – copies** (Travel, optional) - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): 80 EUR gov fee + service fee if using VFS - **Appointment confirmation letter** (Supporting): Printed from embassy/consulate booking system - **Return envelope or courier slip (if opting for passport return by mail)** (Supporting, optional): Subject to embassy policy ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** 100 EUR per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter (with sponsor's bank statements) - Credit card statements - Traveler's cheques Bank statements must show regular income and sufficient balance for the entire stay. ## Good to know - Visa decisions are at the discretion of the Austrian embassy; incomplete documents may lead to rejection. - Applicants from Nauru may face additional scrutiny due to limited diplomatic relations – early application is advised. - Biometrics are collected during the appointment and are valid for 59 months. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or lack of proof of financial means** — Provide clear bank statements and a sponsor letter if necessary. - **Invalid passport (expired, not enough blank pages, or not valid 3 months beyond departure)** — Check passport validity and renew if needed before applying. - **Missing or incomplete application form** — Double-check every field and sign the form. - **Lack of travel health insurance** — Purchase a valid Schengen-zone insurance covering at least 30,000 EUR. - **Strong suspicion of overstay or illegal immigration risk** — Provide strong ties to home country (employment letter, property documents, family ties). ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Nauru need a visa for Austria? Citizens of Nauru need a visa for Austria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Uniform Schengen Visa (Type C) – Tourist/Business. ### How long can citizens of Nauru stay in Austria? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Austria visa cost for citizens of Nauru? Government fee: €80 + €20 service fee. ### How long does Austria visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Nauru need for Austria? Valid passport (with two blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond departure); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent biometric passport photos (35x45 mm, white background); Travel health insurance (covering Schengen area, minimum 30,000 EUR); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation); 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://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/austrian-embassy-to-canberra/citizen-services/visa/schengen-visa/ ## Sources - [bmeia.gv.at](https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/austrian-embassy-to-canberra/citizen-services/visa/schengen-visa/) ## More - [Austria visa for every passport](/visa/austria) - [Every destination for Nauru passport holders](/visa/passport/nauru)