Your Private Information Portal for Integration in Austria
VisumHilfe is a private information portal — not an official service of the Republic of Austria. We help people from around the world understand the Austrian visa system, learn German, and integrate successfully. For binding information, we always recommend the official websites of the Austrian authorities.
2,500+ users trust VisumHilfe
Our Mission
Helping You Build Your Life in Austria
Moving to a new country is a big step. VisumHilfe provides free, reliable information to help immigrants and their families — before arrival and after — understand the Austrian system, prepare the right documents, and take the right steps toward integration.
How We Help You
Visa Information
Clearly presented information on Austrian visa categories and requirements. No legal advice — purely informational.
German Courses
Supplementary interactive online courses from A1 to C1. Not a replacement for certified language courses (ÖIF, ÖSD, Goethe).
Document Overview
Informational overview of documents typically required. No guarantee of completeness or currency.
Integration Support
General information on citizenship, appointments, and official portals. For binding information, contact the responsible authority.
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Languages Supported
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Visa Types Covered
50+
German Course Units
100%
Free Core Information
Quick Links
Official Government Portals
All information on this website is sourced from the following official Austrian government portals:
BMI
Federal Ministry of the Interior — Immigration & Asylum
OESTERREICH.gv.at
Austrian Government Portal — Central information hub
migration.gv.at
Official Migration Portal — Work, study, and settle in Austria
BMEIA
Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs — Visa information
ÖIF
Austrian Integration Fund — Language courses and integration
What our users say
“VisumHilfe helped me keep track of all documents for my Red-White-Red Card. The checklists are invaluable!”
Marko S.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Red-White-Red Card
“The German courses are perfect for practice alongside my ÖIF course. The interactive exercises help me a lot.”
Olena K.
Ukraine
German Course A2
“Finally a website that clearly summarizes all visa information for Austria. I recommend it to everyone.”
Elif T.
Turkey
Family Reunification
This website is a private information portal and does not constitute legal advice. For binding information, contact the responsible Austrian authorities. Official fees are payable directly to the authorities.