Austria
General visa requirements for travelling to Austria. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Medical visa (National Visa D - Medical Treatment (Long Stay))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Processing time
- 4 to 8 weeks
- Fee
- EUR 150 (Visa D)
- Validity
- Up to 6 months for medical treatment and recovery
- Entry
- Single entry
National Visa D for medical treatment in Austria requiring stays longer than 90 days. For treatments, surgeries, and recovery periods that exceed the 90-day Schengen short-stay limit. Austria is renowned for high-quality medical care, particularly in cardiology, orthopedics, and oncology.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals requiring medical treatment in Austria for more than 90 days.
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Purpose of visit
Medical treatment at an Austrian healthcare facility. Must provide documentation from both home country and Austrian medical institution.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover all medical costs, accommodation, and living expenses for the treatment duration.
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Health
Must provide comprehensive medical documentation supporting the treatment need.
Documents you need
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Must cover full stay: No
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, debit/credit card; Amount: EUR 150
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather medical reports, hospital admission/appointment confirmation, treatment plan, passport, photos, financial proof, health insurance, and accommodation proof.
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Online application
Complete Visa D application form for medical treatment.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Austrian embassy or consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay Visa D fee of approximately EUR 150.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 4-8 weeks.
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Visa collection
Collect Visa D. Register at Meldeamt upon arrival in Austria within 3 working days.
Medical visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Medical Treatment)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days standard, up to 45 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 80 (adults)
- Validity
- 90 days within any 180-day period
- Entry
- Single entry
Schengen Type C visa for medical treatment in Austria for stays up to 90 days. For treatments requiring longer stays, a national Visa D must be applied for instead. Austria has world-class medical facilities, especially in Vienna, Graz, and Innsbruck.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806.
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Purpose of visit
Must be seeking specific medical treatment available in Austria. Must provide documentation from both home country doctor and Austrian medical institution.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover medical treatment costs, accommodation, and living expenses.
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Health
Must provide medical documentation supporting the need for treatment in Austria.
Documents you need
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: No
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, debit/credit card; Amount: EUR 80 (adults)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather medical reports, hospital appointment confirmation, passport, photos, insurance, and financial documents.
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form indicating medical treatment as purpose.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Austrian embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 80.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person during your appointment.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data unless previously recorded within 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with the visa sticker.