Documents Required

The following list of documents is not exhaustive, and the Mission reserves the right to request additional information or documents from the applicant if deemed necessary. 

Both the standard and supporting documentation must be recent, meaning they should not be older than one month, and must be provided for every Schengen visa application. 

Applicants are required to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies unless otherwise specified in the requirements. 

Before gathering the necessary documents listed below, applicants are strongly advised to review the requirements outlined in the Overview section to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the chosen visa category. 

Standard Documentation for Schengen Visa Application: 

1. Visa application form (original) – Please refer to the provided link for the form.
2. Passport (original) – The passport must be signed and have at least two blank pages specifically for visa purposes. It should be valid for a minimum of 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area. Additionally, the passport must have been issued within the last 10 years on the day of departure from the Schengen Area.
3. Photocopies of previous Schengen visas issued within the last 3 years, if applicable.
4. UK Residence permit – The permit must be endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card. It should be valid for a minimum of 30 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area. Please note that a C type visitor visa is not acceptable.
5. Photograph (original) – Please refer to the link provided for the specifications of the photograph.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATION 

Proof of Current Occupation 

To support your visa application, you will need to provide proof of your current occupation. This can be done through various documents depending on your employment status. 

For those who are employed, an employer letter is required. This letter should be recent, signed, and on official company letterhead. It should be addressed to the Mission and include the name and position of the signee. The letter should confirm your employment with the company. In addition to the letter, you must also include the last three pay slips, both original and photocopies. 

For students, a recent letter from a UK university, college, or school is necessary. This letter should be signed and addressed to the Mission, confirming your enrollment. 

If you are self-employed, you will need to provide a recent letter on an official letterhead. This letter should be signed and addressed to the Mission, confirming your self-employment. The source of this letter will depend on your specific circumstances.
If your company’s accounting is done by an external or independent accountant, the letter should come from them.
If your company has been registered by a solicitor, the letter should come from them.
If your company has a business bank account, the letter should come from your bank manager. If your name is not mentioned on the Certificate of Incorporation received from Companies House upon registering your business, additional proof of your connection to the company should be provided. This can be obtained from tax authorities. 

To prove the purpose of your visit, you will need an invitation letter from a company or business in Austria. This letter should confirm the purpose of your visit, travel dates, and arrangements for accommodation and travel if applicable. 

For employees attending fairs, congresses, conferences, or seminars, entry tickets or registration documents are required. Students, on the other hand, should apply as tourists. 

Proof of Funds: 

To demonstrate your financial capability, we require the latest three months’ UK current account bank statements. These statements should clearly display your name, address, and a positive end balance. It is essential that the statements are dated within one week of the visa application submission date. The bank balance reflected in these statements must be sufficient to cover all expenses during your intended stay in the Schengen Area, as well as for your return to the UK or your country of origin/residence. Alternatively, we also accept online bank account printouts. 

Proof of Travel: 

In order to verify your travel arrangements, we kindly request confirmed return travel tickets. These tickets should explicitly mention your name and provide details of the mode of transportation, such as airplane, train, boat, coach, or (hired) car.