?Detailed explanation of Austria visa process and benefits

Austria’s visa is relatively easy to apply for. Generally speaking, most people can get a visa as long as they prepare the application materials and submit relevant documents and wait for a period of normal working days. Below is a detailed explanation of the Austrian visa process and benefits that I have brought to you. I hope it can help you.

1. Visa

Passport

1. The passport is valid for at least 6 months.

2. At least 2 blank visa pages are required.

3. The last page of the passport starting with G must be signed by the holder of the passport.

4. The passport must not be defaced.

5. If the old passport contains exit records from Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, please provide it.

Photos

1. Four color photos with white background of myself (size: 35MM in width, 45MM in height).

2. Photo requirements: Taken within half a year, developed in high definition, the height from the top of the head to the chin must be between 32-36MM, the hair cannot cover the facial features and eyebrows, the glasses cannot reflect light or block the eyes, the teeth cannot be exposed, and do not wear them Earrings and other jewelry must not be worn with heavy makeup or be stained.

ID card, household register, marriage status

1. ID card: The copy of the ID card must be clearly visible, and the front and back sides must be copied on the same A4 paper.

2. Household register: A copy of the entire household register of the applicant’s current location, including the homepage and notes page. There must be no missing pages.

3. If there are applicants under 18 years old, they need to provide a copy of their family’s household registration book.

4. Collective household: Provide a copy of the home page of the collective household and a copy of the personal page.

5. Marital status: If you are married, please provide a copy of your marriage certificate; if you are divorced, please provide a copy of your divorce certificate or divorce judgment.

Visa application form

1. Download it directly from the official website of the Austrian Embassy. Personal information must be filled in truthfully, completely and accurately.

2. The mobile phone number must be filled in accurately and kept open. Failure to answer the phone may result in visa rejection.

Proof of assets

1. This is a key part of the visa. Waiguoren is very realistic, and only wealthy people are welcome to come and buy. Therefore, this is the most important point in the entire visa process.

2. If you are over 18 years old, you must provide a bank statement in your own name.

3. The current bank statements of the last 6 months in my name, with a current balance of more than 50,000 yuan, no deposit certificate is required. Credit card bank statements are not accepted. If there are few transaction records, they are required. 1 year of current bank statements. Current employees must provide salary bank statements, and retirees must provide pension bank statements.

4. Other auxiliary materials: If you have a copy of the real estate certificate and the car driving license, they can be provided.

Information on the unit where you work

1. A copy of the business license/organization code/public institution legal person certificate (or similar functional materials) of the unit where you work. Remember to stamp it with the official seal of the company.

2. The original company-stamped on-the-job holiday letter, a certification letter (English document) issued by the employer, which must be on the company’s official letterhead, stamped with the official seal, signed, and clearly dated and with the following information : The address, telephone number, fax of the company where you are employed, the name and position of the signatory of the company where you are employed, the applicant’s name, passport number, position, income and years of working in the unit, the purpose and accurate time of the visit, and proof that the company retains the position for the applicant , the party responsible for the expenses and the certificate of leave permission.

II. Advantages of studying abroad

1. Vienna, the capital of Austria, has been rated as the world’s most livable city seven times, and is also one of the United Nations headquarters offices.

2. This is one of the richest countries. In 2015, per capita GDP (gross national product) ranked 16th in the world, higher than the well-known highly developed countries such as Germany, France, and Japan. The economy The environment is good.

3. If GDP (Gross National Product) is a hard indicator, then Austria’s year-round cultural projects are one of her greatest soft powers.

4. The education system is quite complete, and education is very free. More than 90% of high-quality educational resources are public. The government’s investment in education is also much higher than that in countries such as Germany, and individuals basically do not need to bear the burden. Any educational expenses (including university), and for children who have acquired Austrian citizenship, there are generous student subsidies.

5. The social security and welfare system is first-class and the medical level is very high (especially in terms of tumor and heart treatment).

6. Compared with similar cities in China, housing prices in Austria are much lower, but the environment is beautiful and picturesque. Not only housing prices, Austrian prices are very stable, and the quality and safety of air, water, food, medicine, etc. are also among the best in the world.

7. Austria is a permanently neutral country and attaches great importance to the protection of personal privacy.

8. As a member of the European Union, Austria’s right of residence also means visa-free access to other Schengen 26 countries.

9. The application materials are easy to prepare, the cycle is relatively fast, and the cost is reasonable.

3. Benefits

Medical treatment - After signing a contract with the insurance company (the cost ranges from 40 to 60 euros per month), you will get an Austrian medical insurance card. You can use this card to see a doctor or go to the hospital. The hospital enjoys free medical care.

Education - Austrian education is free. Continuing from Kindergarten to Ph.D. Public schools are completely free, while private schools provide monthly government subsidies, and you only need to pay a certain amount of meal expenses. The university will basically provide additional scholarships and exchange programs for each student.

Family allowance - 178 euros for 1 child, 354.20 euros for 2 children, 569.4 euros for 3 children. This amount will increase with the age of the child.

Child Support Subsidy - The government provides subsidies when parents are unable to work to take care of their young children.

Pregnancy allowance-the government pays a monthly pregnancy allowance based on the pregnant woman’s salary for the previous three months. If the pregnant woman is self-employed, the government pays a monthly subsidy of 1,500 euros.

Unemployment benefits-if you lose your job after working in Austria for 10 months, you can apply for unemployment benefits. The amount of this subsidy is 80% of the previous salary.

Security Benefit - This amount depends on the amount of unemployment benefits, and the amount in each province is slightly different, ranging from 92% to 95% of unemployment benefits.

Tax refund at the end of each year - You can submit all the invoices for all consumption in that year to the tax authorities at the end of October every year, and you will get a 20% cash tax refund.

Tax reduction for multiple children - for one child in the family, the government will rebate 58.4 euros per month, and for two children, the tax rebate will be 116.80 euros per month.

Rental subsidy - each province is different. Generally, families with an income of less than 1,300 euros are low-income families. When renting a house in Austria, they will receive government subsidies.