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How To Apply For A Visa In Austria
Citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland do not need a visa to visit, live or work in Austria. Citizens of the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and a number of other countries – those that…
How Does The Quality Of Healthcare In Austria Compare With The USA?
Coming from the US to Europe, one of the most frequently cited advantages is the overall lower cost of healthcare. Once you have registered with the Austrian health system and received your e-card, you will be entitled to public healthcare that is…
How Much Do Health Procedures Cost In Austria?
Austria’s Krankenkasse system means that all basic health procedures, as well as emergency care, are covered by the state. You will not need to pay any costs upfront and you won’t be charged for most healthcare.However, some expats still choose to take…
How To Get Your Prescriptions In Austria
You do not need to register with a specific pharmacy in Austria in order to get your prescriptions. You will need to be registered with a local doctor, which you can do by taking your proof of ID and your e-card along…
How To Keep Your Health Insurance Costs Low In Austria
The state healthcare system in Austria means that health insurance is less popular here than in many other countries around the world. However, some expats do choose to take out private health cover, either to upgrade their optional extras, or to ensure…
EXPAT EXPERIENCES
Gregory Venters, Salzburg, Austria
Who are you? I’m Gregory Venters, and I’ve been an off-and-on expat since 1998. Where, when and why did you…
