Austria Visa RequirementsFor Tanzania passport holders
Tanzanian citizens require a Schengen visa to visit Austria, applied for in advance at the Austrian embassy or consulate. The visa fee is EUR 80 (approximately USD 87).
Tanzania passport holders require a visa to enter Austria.
Apply for a Schengen visa (Type C) at the Austrian embassy or designated VFS center. Required documents include a valid passport (valid 3 months beyond return), completed application form, travel insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 cover), hotel bookings, flight itinerary, bank statements (last 3 to 6 months), and proof of employment or business registration. The fee is EUR 80 for adults.
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
Tanzania to Austria: What You Need to Know
Austria is part of the Schengen Area, meaning a Schengen visa issued by Austria also allows travel to all other Schengen countries within the 90-day limit. The Austrian Embassy in Tanzania is not present; applications are typically made at the Austrian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, or through a VFS Global visa application center where available.
Practical Tips
Vienna is the main entry airport. Austria is best explored by train; the rail network is excellent. The euro is the currency. Book accommodation well in advance during summer (June to August) and the Christmas market season. Learn a few German phrases as English is less widely spoken outside Vienna. Travel insurance is mandatory for the Schengen visa application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Austria?
Yes. Austria is part of the Schengen Area and Tanzanian passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa. Applications are submitted at the Austrian Embassy in Nairobi or a designated VFS Global center. A single Schengen visa covers all Schengen member states.
How much does a Schengen visa cost for Tanzanians applying for Austria?
The Schengen visa fee is EUR 80 (approximately USD 87) for adults. This covers the visa application fee paid to the embassy; separate VFS service charges may apply at application centers.
Can I use an Austrian Schengen visa to travel to other European countries?
Yes. A Schengen visa issued for Austria allows you to travel freely within all 27 Schengen Area member states, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and others, within the 90-day allowance of any 180-day period.
What documents are needed for a Schengen visa application to Austria from Tanzania?
You need a valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond your return date), the completed Schengen visa application form, a recent passport photo, travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 cover, proof of accommodation, round-trip flight itinerary, bank statements from the last 3 to 6 months, and proof of employment or business registration in Tanzania.