Austria Visa for Somali citizens

Austria tourist visa from Somalia

Austria tourist visa conditions for Somali citizens

• Visa stay

  3 months
• Visa validity

  90 days
• Visa processing

  15 days
• Visa price

  Sh 38K
• Visa term

  Short term
• Visa applicant

  Required

Austria visa requirements for Somali citizens

• Visa Application Form

  Completed application form for Austria, ensure all sections are filled out accurately and legibly, incomplete or incorrect forms may result in delays or denial of your visa application, double-check for any errors before submission.

  Visa Application
• Passport Photo

  A passport photo is required, the photo must be no older than 6 months and must meet the specific requirements set by Austria authorities, such as size, background color, and facial expression, ensure the photo is of high quality to avoid any issues.
• Passport

  Original passport or travel document of Somalia with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, the passport should be in good condition without any damage that could render it invalid.
• Current Details

  Employed:

  • A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job.

  • Current bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  • Original pay slips

  Self Employed:

  • Include a copy of your business license

  • Company bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  Student:

  • Submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester.

  • No Object certificate from School or University.

  • Retired:

  • Submit proof of your retirement fund.
• Accomodation Proof

  Accommodation reservation in Austria for the duration of your visit, the reservation should include the name and address of the accommodation, your check-in and check-out dates, and confirmation of your booking, this helps verify where you will be staying during your trip.

  Get Hotel Itinerary
• Bank Statement

  A recent monthly bank statement of the applicant from Somalia, the statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement, if statements are printed online, they must be authenticated (stamped) by bank officials, this document helps demonstrate your financial stability.
• Travel Insurance

  Proof of travel insurance for Austria with the certificate of insurance and the table of benefits, you can also provide a letter from the bank confirming that you have insurance with them along with a copy of the credit card and the table of benefits, this document ensures you have adequate travel and medical coverage during your stay.

  Get Insurance
• Travel Proof

  A round-trip flight reservation for Austria, this should include details of your departure and return flights, with confirmed booking references, this helps verify your travel plans and intended stay duration.

  Get Flight Itinerary
• Previous Passport

  Provide a previous passport of Somalia if any, this can help verify your travel history and identity, ensure you provide clear copies of all relevant pages.
• Cover Letter

  Covering letter mentioning the details of the applicant, travel, and details of the other members traveling with you, this letter should provide a clear explanation of the purpose of your trip, your travel plans, and any other relevant details that support your visa application.

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How to apply for Austria tourist visa from Somalia

• 1
  Gather required documents

  Gather all the necessary documents required for a Austria tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the Austria authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
• 2
  Valid passport

  Check your Somalia passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in Austria, if not, apply for a new Somalia passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• 3
  Fill application form

  You will need to fill out a visa application form, which is available at the immigration counter, this form requires personal information, passport details, and intended travel plans to Austria, make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely.
• 4
  Schedule appointment

  Schedule an appointment with the Austria embassy or consulate where you will submit your application, you can do this online or by contacting the embassy or consulate.
• 5
  Submit documents

  Submit your application form along with your passport to the officer at the Austria embassy or consulate, you will be required to provide all the necessary documents as well, ensure that all documents are in order and up-to-date.
• 6
  Visa processing

  The processing time for the visa process is typically a few days, during this time, your application, passport, and any other documents will be reviewed by an immigration officer, the visa application will either be approved or denied based on the information provided in the application and the supporting documents.
• 7
  Recieve visa

  If the application is approved, the applicant will receive the Austria visa in their passport and can collect the passport from the Austria embassy or consulate.

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