Business Visa for Austria

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Introduction:
Do you intend to visit Austria? If you are a Bangladeshi national, you may need to obtain a Schengen visa before visiting Austria. This article will walk you through the process of acquiring a Schengen visa for travel to Austria. So, let's get started!

1. Entering Austria with a Schengen Visa:
You can travel to any of the 27 Schengen countries, including Austria, by getting a Schengen visa. It is crucial to note that you must enter and exit Austria through the state for which you have applied for the visa. This means that if you apply for an Austrian Schengen visa, you must enter and exit Austria.

2. Submitting the Schengen Visa Application:
To obtain a Schengen visa for Austria, you must apply at the embassy of your primary destination. In the case of Austria, Schengen visas are handled via the French Embassy in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The visa applications are received by the Embassy of France in Dhaka on behalf of Austria.

3. Application Procedure:
Austria visa applications can be submitted using the France immigration web portal. You must first register on the France immigration application portal. After creating an account, you must carefully fill out all of your information on the visa application portal. Fill in your information with accuracy. Any incorrect information can result in a visa rejection. When you have finished filling out all of the information, you must upload all of your scanned documents. If any of your documents are not in English, translate them all into English.

4. Submit At the Embassy:
To submit your visa application at the embassy, you must book an appointment in advance. Appointments can be scheduled via the France embassy's online portal link. Remember to bring all required documents and your passport for in-person submission at the embassy.

5. Short-Term Visa Applications:
For Bangladeshi citizens planning to visit Austria for a period of up to three months, they are required to apply for short-term Schengen visas. The consular office of Austria is located in Dhaka. However, the visa applications for Austria are processed through The Embassy of France in Dhaka. It is advisable to visit the embassy's official website or contact them directly for detailed information regarding the application process.

6. Long-Term Visa Applications:
In the case of long-term visa applications for Austria, Bangladeshi citizens are required to submit their applications at the Austria Visa Application Centre in Dhaka. The Austria Visa Application Centre facilitates the in-person submission of visa files. Therefore, applicants need to visit the center personally to submit their documents and obtain a long-term Austria visa from Bangladesh.

7. Visa Decision:

As soon as the visa decision is made you will notify through email. You can collect your passport by in-person from the embassy.

8. Conclusion:
It is critical to understand the visa application process as a Bangladeshi citizen before planning a trip to Austria. You can ensure a smooth and successful visa application by following the advice offered by the Austrian Embassy and the French Embassy in Dhaka. Remember to gather all necessary documents, make an appointment, and go to the relevant embassy or visa application center. In this manner, you can obtain a Schengen visa for Austria and begin your unforgettable trip to this lovely European country.

Visa Availability for Bangladeshi Citizens:

Sticker Visa	Yes (For all kinds of passport holders).
Stamp Visa	N/A
E-Visa	N/A
Visa Exemption	N/A
On Arrival	N/A

File Submission Method:

In Person Submission	Mandatory.
Authorize Person Submission	Not Accepted.
Submission Through Courier Service	Not Accepted.
Submission in Embassy	Accepted (Short-Term France Embassy in Bangladesh).
Submission in VAC	Mandatory (For Long-Term visa in New Delhi).

The Embassy’s address and primary contact details are provided below.

Embassy of the Republic of France

Madani Avenue, Baridhara Diplomatic Enclave,
Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh.
Phone: +88 02 5566 8600, +88 02 5881 3811-14
Email: francevisadhaka@gmail.com
General Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Austria Visa Application Centre

4th Floor, Plot #37, Road #45,
90 Gulshan North, Commercial Area,
Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Phone: (+88) 09 606 777 111 and (+88) 09 666 911 387
Email: info.austriabd@vfshelpline.com
Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday
Visa Submission: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Passport Retrieval: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Information: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Business Visa:

A business visa is a travel authorization that allows an entrepreneur or company employee to visit a foreign country temporarily for business purposes.

Passport:

Applicant needs to submit original Passport. The passport must have six months of validity after the intended date of departure from all the Schengen member states. Applicant’s current passport must have two empty/blank pages. If the applicant has an old passport, he/she have to include that also. Alternation and handwriting are not allowed in the passport.

Photographs:

Applicant must submit two passport-sized photographs. The photograph must be taken recently with a white background with 60%-70% face coverage and international standard size 3.5X4.5 and set by ICAO and referred by the Schengen States. The photograph should be printed on matt/semi-matt paper, not more than six months old, and have no border.

Visa Application Form for Austria: The Visa Application form must be filled with all the proper information. The form must be filled with block letters and signed by the applicant. An online visa application form must be filled with the applicant signed.

Cover Letter:

A personal letter from the applicant covering personal details, the purpose of the visit, and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip. Travel, the accommodation also need to include. The letter should be addressed to The Visa Officer, AUSTRIA Embassy, Dhaka. The Visa category must be mentioned in the subject line. The purpose of your visit to Austria is for a temporary visit, business visit, or medical treatment. Remain time in Austria specifically and evidence of founds.

Invitation Letter from a Austria Registered Company/Organization: An original copy of an invitation letter from the AUSTRIA host or invitee. Its letterhead pad states the purpose of travel, duration of stay, and other necessary details. The invitee must have a signature on the letterhead pad.

Forwarding Letter: A letter from the employer’s office such as a NOC/LOI letter on the organization’s letterhead pad stating the applicant’s name, designation, passport number, applicant purpose, and assigned roles during the visit, duration of the visit, contact details, and other necessary details.

Office ID Card: Copies of the office id card/visiting card need to submit (3 copies).

Company Memorandum: The applicant needs a clear scanned copy of the Company Memorandum if the applicant is the owner/managing director of the company or employed as one of the directors in the company.

Personal Bank Statements: The applicant must submit his/her personal bank statement for the last six months. He/She also needs to mention the Bank’s name and telephone number with an authorized bank stamp and signature.

Personal ITR Certificate: Applicant must submit his/her last 3 years income tax return certificate.

Company Bank Statements:

Bank statements copy of the sponsoring company or party for the last 6 months mentions the Bank’s name and telephone number clearly with an authorized bank stamp and signature (If the company sponsors the trip).

Company ITR Certificate:

Applicant must submit the last 3 years Income Tax Return certificate of the company he/she works for. The license must be legalized by legal authorities (If the company sponsors the trip).

Travel Health Insurance:

Applicant needs to submit an original copy and photocopy of his/her travel health insurance. Travel Health Insurance covers the full length of an applicant's intended visit. The insurance must be valid throughout the territory of the visiting state/s. Health insurance must be valid in all Schengen-related countries and amount of 30000 EURO with recognized local insurance companies. Find all recognized local insurance companies for Bangladesh citizens here.

Airline Ticket Itinerary: A reserved itinerary for the applicant’s airline ticket as per the schedule of the trip and return from the trip.

Hotel Reservation: A reserved itinerary for the applicant’s accommodation. He/She needs to mention the hotel or resort as per the schedule of the trip.