How can I fly to and from Austria?

Vienna International Airport (VIE) is Austria’s main international airport and in served directly and indirectly year round from the UK. The frequency of flights in liable to seasonal (winter/summer) fluctuations. Internal flights operate to Innsbruck and Klagenfurt from Vienna. Graz, Linz and Salzburg airports previously had connecting flights from Vienna, but these cities now enjoy […]

What does the (Austrian) EHIC card cover?

The Austrian EHIC card provides “medically necessary” treatment in state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 27 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland or the UK. The UK EHIC/GHIC card has similar coverage in Austria, but please remember it is NOT an acceptable policy for permanent residency purposes. Also when you become […]

Will ETIAS apply to British citizens resident in Austria covered under the Withdrawal Agreement?

Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, confirms that holders of residence permits covered by the Withdrawal AgreementWithdrawal Agreement The Withdrawal Agreement sets out the terms of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU and provides for a deal on citizens’ rights. It sets out a transition period which lasts until 31 December 2020. During this time you can continue […]

I want to go off travelling in the future. What must I bear in mind regarding my residence status?

Article 50 EUV cardAufenthaltstitel "Artikel 50 EUV" The Aufenthaltstitel “Art 50 EUV” is a residency title to be issued to British citizens from the end of the transition period. Its name is derived from Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union. The “Titel” refers to the document or card itself, and not the right, […]

I left an item of luggage on a train, who do I contact?

ÖBB has a Lost and Found service. The form is available in German and English. The English version is at https://infrastruktur.oebb.at/en/contact/lost-and-found-form

The Covid-19 Einreiseverordnung implies that it remains in force until 28.02.2022. Is this definite, and not subject to change?

In the amendment of the Covid-19 Einreiseverordnung 2021 that entered into force on 25.12.2021, Article 12 para. 14 Covid-19 EinreiseV states that the Regulation is due to be repealed on 31.01.2022. Subsequently, on 20.01.2022, the Regulation’s validity was extended until 28.02.2022. Thereafter, there are various possibilities: The Covid-19 Einreiseverordnung 2021 will be fully repealed with […]

I was advised that I can expect a fine in relation to a breach of the Covid-19 Einreiseverordnung. What fines are possible?

Some people have received forms requiring them to provide information due to not having all/some necessary information when entering Austria from abroad. Some have claimed that they are unaware of there being fines in place for breaches of the Covid-19 Einreiseverordnung (Covid-19 EinreiseV). While the sanctioning provisions are not contained in the text of the […]

I arrived in Austria after 31.12.2020, how long can I stay for?

As tourists, British citizens can stay in the Schengen AreaSchengen Area The Schengen Area is European border control-free travel area, consisting of all EU Member States except for Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland and Romania, as well as Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. (including Austria) for a total of up to 90 days in any 180-day […]

I am travelling to the UK. The rules/restrictions are changing, which rules/restrictions apply?

Covid-19 restrictions change at short notice, but often with a few days between their being announced and their coming into effect. The applicable rules that are in force at the time you enter the UK continue to apply. E.g. announcement (of easing/tightening of rules) on 27 July with effect from 3 August. Rule changes (unless […]

Can the Art 50 EUV card be used as a travel document?

No. The Art 50 EUVAufenthaltstitel "Artikel 50 EUV" The Aufenthaltstitel “Art 50 EUV” is a residency title to be issued to British citizens from the end of the transition period. Its name is derived from Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union. The “Titel” refers to the document or card itself, and not the […]