Austria Visa RequirementsFor Georgia passport holders
Georgian citizens can visit Austria visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, thanks to the EU visa liberalisation agreement granted to Georgia in 2017.
Great news! Georgia passport holders can enter Austria without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa application is required. Georgian citizens simply present their valid Georgian passport at the Austrian border or airport. The passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. Proof of sufficient funds, onward travel, and accommodation may be requested at entry.
Austria is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Georgia to Austria: What You Need to Know
Georgia secured visa-free access to the entire Schengen Area in March 2017 following years of reforms under the EU-Georgia Association Agreement. This milestone means Georgian passport holders can travel to Austria without any visa for short stays, a significant achievement for a country with EU candidate status since 2023.
Austria is a full Schengen member, so the standard 90/180-day rule applies across all Schengen countries combined, not per country. Georgians can freely travel for tourism, business meetings, or family visits without prior authorisation.
Note that the EU ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is expected to launch in the future, which will require a pre-travel online authorisation for visa-exempt travellers. It will be a simple online process, not a visa.
Practical Tips
Carry proof of accommodation and return flights. The 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries, so track your days carefully if visiting multiple Schengen states. Travel insurance covering medical expenses is strongly recommended. Currency is the Euro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Georgian citizens need a visa for Austria?
No. Georgian passport holders can enter Austria without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, thanks to the EU visa liberalisation agreement that came into force in March 2017.
How long can a Georgian citizen stay in Austria without a visa?
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This 90-day limit is cumulative across all Schengen Area countries, not per country.
What documents should Georgian travellers carry when entering Austria?
A valid Georgian passport, proof of accommodation, return or onward tickets, and evidence of sufficient funds for the stay. Travel insurance is also strongly recommended.
Will ETIAS affect Georgian travellers to Austria?
Yes, once the EU ETIAS system is launched, Georgian citizens will need to obtain an online travel authorisation before visiting Schengen countries including Austria. It is not yet in force.