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Proof of employment, if applicable (e.g. letter from employer, contract, payslip)
Visa fee (non-refundable)
Service fee for lodging application with VFS USA
Additional documents depending on the purpose of travel
If applicable, booking confirmation of an organized trip including a detailed itinerary
□ Business, conference, study, cultural/religious/political event
Official invitation letter (original+copy) from a firm, host organisation, educational establishment or an
authority to attend meetings, conferences, educational courses, university semesters abroad or events,
containing detailed information concerning:
address and contacts of the inviting entity
name and position of the signing person
purpose and duration of stay
person or entity who will bear the travel and living costs (if applicable)
For employees: documents proving your employment status in the company (e.g. contract, pay slips, letter
from employer)
If self-employed: certified copy of business registration
For students: signed letter from university written on official letter head paper, confirming enrolment, the
payment of tuition fees or/and any scholarships as well as the purpose and duration of stay; original+copy
□ Family member of EU/EEA/Swiss national
Copy of passport of EU/EEA/Swiss national
Copy of marriage certificate
Flight tickets which clearly show that the applicant is travelling with his/her EU/EEA/Swiss family member, otherwise
a visa fee applies
Original employment contract for the proposed work in Austria
Authorization document, as applicable, from the Austrian Employment Service (www.ams.or.at), or
exemption – this needs to be obtained by the employer in Austria!
□ Minor applicants (under 18 years)
Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
If both parents are present at VFS, both parents must sign the application form on behalf of the minor.
If only one parent is present, the other parent must sign the application form ahead of the appointment
and have his/her signature notarized.
Full birth certificate; original+copy
Copies of the passports of both parents (personal detail and signature page)
If applicable: Proof of custody or guardianship (e.g. court order)
Please note:
The visa application cannot not be submitted earlier than three months before the intended arrival date in the
Schengen Area.
Submitting the above documents does not guarantee a visa. The Embassy may request a personal interview or
further documentation.
Incomplete applications will affect the outcome of the application in terms of processing time and decision.
By signing the document checklist you agree to accept the terms and conditions of service and data protection and
privacy policy as available on www.vfsglobal.com/austria/usa.
Date:
Signature of the applicant (digital signatures not permitted) _________________________________________________