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Austria was one of the most visited countries in the world prior to the pandemic and received over 28 million visitors a year. The country is well known for its beautiful mountains, skiing, castles, palaces and stunning architecture.
Austria has now reopened for tourism and is accepting international visitors from a long list of countries. Here are all the latest COVID-19 entry requirements for Austria and everything you need to know before booking your trip.
Update Nov 2: Austria has recently seen a surge in cases, and is going into lockdown. Specific lockdown requirements and rules listed below.
Travelers coming from the following countries are permitted to enter Austria.
All travelers from the below approved countries must present a medical certificate confirming a negative COVID-19 PCR Test no older than 72 hours before arrival.
Tourism and Non-Essential Travel: As of December 19, 2020 all travelers entering Austria from the approved EU/EU+ nations will have to quarantine for 10-days upon arrival.
Austrian Nationals Returning Home: Nationals who have been in a high risk country in the previous 14 days must either bring a negative PCR test within 72 hours of departure, or be tested on arrival and quarantine while awaiting test results.
If a traveler from a non-approved third-party country (example: USA or Canada) is travelling to Austria from inside the Schengen area, and have been in the area for at least 14 days already, must have a medical certificate proving a negative COVID-19 test result AND are additionally obligated to commit to a 10-day self-quarantine.
All incoming travelers should have travel insurance the covers COVID-19 for the duration of their trip to Austria.
All visitors must abide by the following COVID-19 health requirements while in Austria:
Update Nov 2:
Due to rising Coronavirus cases the Austrian government have decided to implement a second lockdown from November 3 until January 18, 2021. Measures include:
A COVID-19 vaccine is not yet available. Austria has not made any announcements regarding if a proof of vaccination record (POVR) will be required for entry in the future.
Austria is currently not accepting visa applications at its embassies and consulates.
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Sources: Austrian Embassy/ Ministry of Tourism
Disclaimer: Current Austria travel rules are changing without notice and being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date with all the latest information, but the decision to travel is ultimately your responsibility. Contact your consulate and/or local authorities to confirm your nationality’s entry and/or any changes to travel requirements before traveling. Travel Off Path does not endorse traveling against government advisories
Originally published August 25, 2020 with updates