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Visa Fee Effective from 1 June 2013

Fees are subject to change and may be varied by the authority at any time. If your application meets the initial completeness checks upon submission it will then be accepted for payment at the same time at the same participating Australia Post outlet. You can pay the visa and service fee by cash, credit or debit card. Cheques are not accepted. The total fee amount payable will be displayed on your confirmation letter.

FEE TYPE FEE VALUE IN $AUD
Schengen Visa –TYPE C $81
Schengen Visa – TYPE C for children aged 6-12 years $47
Schengen Visa – TYPE C for children under 6 years $0
Schengen Visa – TYPE C for Nationals of
Albania
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
Georgia
Moldova
Montenegro
Russian Federation,
Serbia
Ukraine
Kosovo
$47
Airport Transit Visa – TYPE A $81
Airport Transit Visa – TYPE A for children aged 6-12 years $47
Airport Transit Visa – TYPE A for children under 6 years $0
Austria National Visa – TYPE D $134
Austria National Visa – TYPE D for children under 6 years $0
Service Charges [ inclusive of GST] $38.40

Note:

Incomplete Applications and Refund Policy:
VFS will attempt to contact an applicant via telephone or email for any information lacking as required to constitute a complete application as set out in Annexure A [the checklist]. The applicant will be required to provide the necessary information within 2 working days, failing which the application may be considered incomplete and returned.
All other fees other than VFS Service Fees will be refunded for an application considered to be incomplete [ required information to prepare a complete application is not received within 2 working days from the date of contacting the applicant via email or telephone]

Once an application is submitted to the Embassy of Austria, a no refunds policy applies.
VISA APPLYING
PROCESS


Step 1
Click “All About Visas”. Please read all information in this section carefully before applying for a visa.

Step 2
Complete the registration process by clicking “Apply Now”.

Step 3
After successful registration, download and print your confirmation letter, application form and Annexure A [checklist].

Step 4
Complete your application form in black or blue ink and in bold letters. Sign the application form and Annexure A. For minors under 12 years of age, a parent or guardian have to sign on their behalf.

Step 5
Gather all supporting documents required as per Annexure A. Please make sure that your application contains at least the following documents:

Step 6
Visit your nearest participating Australia Post outlet to submit your application. You MUST submit your application in person. For minors under 12 years of age, a parent or guardian may submit the application on their behalf.

Step 7
If your application meets the above criteria, it will then be accepted for payment at the participating Australia Post outlet. You can pay the visa and service fees in cash, by credit or debit card. You will receive a receipt with your Express Post tracking number.

Step 8
To prove your visa status in Australia, use the VEVO email service provided by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (http://www.immi.gov.au).

Select “Check Visa Entitlements (VEVO)” and have a verification email sent to info.ausau@vfshelpline.com.

The email has to be sent on the day you submit your application at the post office. Applications without VEVO confirmation cannot be accepted. (not applicable for citizens of Australia and New Zealand).

Step 9
Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for your visa to be processed. Your passport and visa will be returned to you in your self-addressed Express Post Platinum envelope.