Austria Student Visa For Indian
As of given time, a huge number of countries are signing and acquiring different kinds of exemption to facilitate their citizens. So, in order to secure the entry of Indian into the international regions Austria has also given certain exemptions under which India student can go and stay in Austria without visa issues.
Austrian international student programme Austrian Academic Exchange Service (AAES)/Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs (BMF) provides support and funding to Indian students who want to study in Austria. In this article you will find everything you need to know about the Austrian Student Visa – Duration, Costs, Application process and Documents.
You’ll be exempt from an Austria student visa if:
- You are a resident from the EU/EEA or a student living in any country within the Schengen Area.
- You are from any country that has a visa agreement with Austria.
Keep in mind that students who can enter visa-free Austria must register for a ‘Certificate of Registration’ at the local registration office. This is only applicable if you plan on staying more than 90 days for your studies.
What Kind of Austria Student Visas Are There?
Generally speaking, there are two types of Austria student visas; a short-term visa and a long-term visa. You should apply for the type of visa which suits the length of your study program:
- Visa C (short-term). This is a short-term visa that allows you to stay and study in Austria for up to three months.
- Visa D (long-term). This is a long-term visa that is valid for up to six months, and which you can then switch to a Student Resident Permit. This is the type of visa you need if you will pursue higher education or long-term studies in Austria.
Both visas, C and D, are free of charge for students.
