You need a visa for Austria if you have a Sahrawi passport

These visas exist for Austria, but they cannot be applied for online with Sahrawi nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Austria?

Yes. Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Austria. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Austria may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned stay with 2 blank pages
Two recent passport-sized photos (35x45mm) with white background
Travel insurance with minimum €30,000 medical coverage for Schengen area
Confirmed round-trip flight reservation showing entry and exit dates
Hotel bookings or invitation letter from host with their residence permit
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements showing €100 per day minimum)

A look at Austria

Hallstatt — one of Austria's most photographed destinations and UNESCO World Heritage Site
Vienna International Centre — home to major UN offices and international organizations
Schonbrunn Palace — the former imperial summer residence and Vienna's most visited attraction
Salzburg — Mozart's birthplace and gateway to the Austrian Alps