Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Austria?
The official link goes to bmeia.gv.at. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Austria entry rules for Chinese citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) |
| Fee | EUR 90 (child 6-11: EUR 45; under 6: free) |
| Stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, as stated on the visa |
| Validity | As issued: single or multiple entry; multiple-entry visas up to 5 years possible |
| When to apply | At least 15 days, at most 6 months before travel; processing normally 15 days (up to 45) |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Chinese passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Austria entry requirements.
The details for a Chinese passport.
Schengen C visa from the consulate of the main destination (or first entry if no main destination). Apply 15 days to 6 months ahead. EES registration on first entry.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the date you arrive and must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. Lost/stolen-reported passports are refused. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can use a valid national ID card instead.
Recent changes in Austria.
- 2025-10-12 — EU Entry/Exit System (EES) began a phased roll-out at Schengen external borders.
- 2025-11-18 — Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1411 on the ETIAS fee entered into force (fee raised from EUR 7 to EUR 20, applicable once ETIAS launches).
- 2025-12-30 — Revised EU visa suspension mechanism (Regulation (EU) 2025/2441) applies, making it easier to suspend visa-free travel for a country; no suspension affects any of our 33 passports as of 10 Oct 2026.
The short answers.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Austria?
Yes. Chinese citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Austria.
How much does it cost for Chinese citizens?
EUR 90 (child 6-11: EUR 45; under 6: free). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Austria?
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, as stated on the visa. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Chinese citizens apply?
At least 15 days, at most 6 months before travel; processing normally 15 days (up to 45).
Where do Chinese citizens apply?
On the official site, bmeia.gv.at. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Austria visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.