{"id":717,"date":"2026-09-05T07:07:46","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T05:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/temp.hufak.net\/?page_id=717"},"modified":"2026-10-08T14:01:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T12:01:02","slug":"international-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hufak.net\/de\/howto\/international-students\/","title":{"rendered":"How to&#8230;International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anything unclear or need help? Reach out to us via <strong>international@hufak.net<\/strong> \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visa &amp; Residence Permits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1 First-Time Application<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigating Austrian residence requirements is crucial for all international students. The process differs based on your citizenship, but the most important rule is to always apply before your current Residence Permit expires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For EU\/EEA &amp; Swiss Citizens: <\/strong>You can enter with a valid passport\/ID. For stays longer than 3 months, you must register with the local authorities for a &#8222;Registration Certificate.&#8220;<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For Non-EU\/EEA Citizens (Third-Country Nationals): <\/strong>You must apply for a student residence permit before entering Austria at an Austrian embassy in your home country. You will need proof of admission, sufficient funds, and valid health insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start the process early, as it can take time. For the most current forms and detailed checklists, always check the official BMI website (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmi.gv.at\/\">www.bmi.gv.at<\/a>) or in this \u00d6H&#8217;s informational brochure (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oeh.ac.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/shop\/Residence_in_Austria_web.pdf\">Residence in Austria<\/a>).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Renewal &amp; FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For detailed guides on renewing your permit and answers to common questions, the OeAD agency\u2019s website is an excellent resource.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check out \u00d6sterreichs Agentur f\u00fcr Bildung und Internationalisierung website: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oead.at\/en\/to-austria\/scholars\/during-your-stay\/residence-permit\/renewal-of-your-residence-permit\">Renewal of your residence Permit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&nbsp;FAQs on entry and residence for third-country students:<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oead.at\/en\/to-austria\/entry-and-residence\/translate-to-english-faq-zu-einreise-und-aufenthalt-fuer-drittstaatsangehoerige-studierende\">oead.at\/en\/to-austria\/entry-and-residence\/translate-to-english-faq-zu-einreise-und-aufenthalt-fuer-drittstaatsangehoerige-studierende<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Some tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For your initial visa\/residence application, a short-term rental (hotel, hostel, Airbnb) is sufficient for address registration. This gives you time to find permanent housing after arrival.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must bring the original Police Clearance Certificate from your home country for your first residence permit application. Submit it to MA35 in Vienna.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can apply to renew your residence permit up to 3 months before it expires. Processing is slow.&nbsp;You can book an appointment for the renewal to the other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wien.gv.at\/kontakt\/ma35-terminbuchung-verlaengerungsantraege\">MA35 branches\/units<\/a> regardless of your district of residence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At renewal, you must provide proof of progress of studies (minimum 16 ECTS per academic year) by submitting your Progress of Studies (Best\u00e4tigung des Studienerfolges) which can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/service.uni-ak.ac.at\/service\/#\/st\">Online Service<\/a>. You must also provide Proof of Continuation of\/Registration to Studies (Studienbest\u00e4tigung) which can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/service.uni-ak.ac.at\/service\/#\/st\/pdf\/Fortsetzung\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/service.uni-ak.ac.at\/service\/#\/st\/pdf\/Fortsetzung\">Online Service<\/a> (follow the path: Document Archive\/ Confirmations of enrollment and student records\/ Forsetzungsunterlagen). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For incoming Erasmus students <\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Welcome, Incoming Erasmus Students! Your exchange at the Angewandte involves a few key administrative steps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For all detailed, step-by-step instructions and official requirements, please refer to the essential resources provided by the university:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Incoming Student Checklist: <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/base.uni-ak.ac.at\/cloud\/index.php\/s\/b8yQpAHem2ZMEi7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">base.uni-ak.ac.at\/cloud\/index.php\/s\/b8yQpAHem2ZMEi7<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Angewandte Exchange Guide:\u00a0 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/base.uni-ak.ac.at\/cloud\/index.php\/s\/TKrtcicPALEZqEk\">https:\/\/base.uni-ak.ac.at\/cloud\/index.php\/s\/TKrtcicPALEZqEk<br><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accommodation&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Angewandte does not own student residences, so you must secure your own accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start your search early using the recommended platforms for student dormitories, shared flats (WGs), and private apartments. Popular options include OeAD Student Housing, STUWO, and the \u00d6H&#8217;s online notice board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be prepared for costs, and always be cautious of rental scams. A useful budget estimate is <strong>\u20ac400-700 per month for a room<\/strong> in a shared flat (WG).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>.1 Student Housing Organizations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>home4students (formerly WIHAST &amp; OeAD): Affordable student dorms across Vienna. Apply early, as waiting lists can be long. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.home4students.at\/\">Home4students<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Studierendenwohnheime: Various student residence providers. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.studium.at\/studentenheime\/wien\">Alle 101 Studentenheime in Wien<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OJAB. Affordable rooms in 23 student and youth dormitories: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oejab.at\/en\/students\/dormitories\">Student &amp; Youth Dormitories &#8211; Wien<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>STUWO. Another popular provider of student dormitories: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/dormitories\/vienna\/\">Student accommodation Vienna: Overview of all apartments | STUWO<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>THE FIZZ. Slightly fancier student apartments: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-fizz.com\/studentenwohnheim\/wien\/\">Studentenapartments Wien | THE FIZZ<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>.2 Finding Private Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>willhaben.at: Main platform for rental listings in Austria. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willhaben.at\/iad\">Willhaben<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>wg-gesucht.de: Great for finding shared apartments (WGs). Visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wg-gesucht.de\/\">WG-Gesucht<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>schwarzesbrett.oeh.ac.at: \u00d6H&#8217;s housing board with student-friendly options. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/schwarzesbrett.oeh.ac.at\/wohnen\/\">Wohnen &#8211; Schwarzes Brett \u00d6H<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Housing Anywhere: <a href=\"https:\/\/housinganywhere.com\/\">HousingAnywhere<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facebook Groups: Search for &#8222;WG Wien&#8220; or &#8222;Wohnung Wien&#8220; groups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">.<strong>3 Important Tips &amp; Red Flags<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never transfer money before seeing the apartment and signing a contract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid listings that only communicate via email or ask for Western Union payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standard deposit (Kaution) is supposed to amount to a maximum of 3 months&#8216; rent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you get a proper rental contract (Mietvertrag)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that the apartment is registered for main residence (Hauptwohnsitz) if you need it for visa purposes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>We wish you a successful and inspiring studies in Vienna!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Anything unclear or need help? 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