Traveling To Austria: Covid Test Requirements And Entry Rules

As of May 16, 2022, Austria no longer requires proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result to enter the country. However, individual states and venues within Austria may implement new rules at short notice, so it is advisable to check with your hotel or ski school before planning trips and holidays. Previously, Austria had implemented various measures to control the spread of COVID-19, including requiring PCR tests or rapid antigen tests for entry and imposing lockdowns and restrictions on social gatherings.

Travellers from certain countries do not need to submit a negative COVID-19 test to enter Austria

Austria has implemented various measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, including mandatory pre-travel clearance forms and testing requirements for travellers. However, travellers from certain countries are exempt from submitting a negative COVID-19 test upon entry.

As of May 16, 2022, travellers entering Austria no longer need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result. Additionally, electronic registration is no longer required.

Previously, travellers from Australia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Uruguay, and the Vatican were exempt from COVID-19 testing requirements when entering Austria. This exemption applied to passengers who had been in or stayed for at least 10 days in these countries.

For travellers from other countries, providing a negative COVID-19 test result or undergoing mandatory quarantine upon arrival was mandatory. The test could be a molecular-biological test or an antigen test, and it had to be taken before departure or within 24 hours of arriving in Austria. Without a valid negative test result, passengers could not board their flight.

Additionally, all travellers entering Austria, regardless of their country of origin, were required to obtain a pre-travel clearance (PTC) form. This form needed to be submitted digitally and included personal details such as name, contact information, travel itinerary, and address during their stay in Austria.

It is important to note that the information provided here may not be up to date, as COVID-19 regulations can change frequently. For the most current entry requirements, it is recommended to check the websites of the Austrian Ministry of Social Affairs and official sources from the Austrian government.

Travellers from other countries must submit a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination

As of May 16, 2022, travellers entering Austria no longer need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result. This means that electronic registration is also not required. However, individual states and venues in Austria may implement new rules with short notice, so it is advisable to check ahead with your airline, hotel, or ski school before planning trips and holidays.

Previously, travellers from Australia, Israel, New Zealand, Singapore, and South Korea could enter Austria without quarantine if they were tested, vaccinated, or had recovered from COVID-19. Travellers from other countries outside the EU+ area were prohibited from entering Austria unless they were EU citizens or residents.

For travellers who were not from the countries mentioned above, the following rules applied:

Vaccination Certificate: Travellers must carry a medical certificate or a vaccination certificate as proof of vaccination. The vaccination certificate is valid under the following conditions:

• 22 days to 3 months have passed since the first of two doses.
• No more than 9 months have passed since the first dose, and the second dose has been received.
• 22 days to 9 months have passed after vaccination for vaccines that only require one dose.
• The following vaccines are accepted: Comirnaty from BioNtech/Pfizer, Vaxzevria/AstraZeneca, Covishield from Serum Institute of India, COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen from Johnson & Johnson/Janssen Pharmaceuticals, COVID-19 Vaccine Moderna, and Sinopharm SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine (Vero Cell), Inactivated (InCoV).

• Recovery Certificate: Travellers must carry a medical certificate or a recovery certificate confirming infection with SARS-CoV-2 in the last 6 months, certified by molecular biology (e.g., PCR test). Proof of neutralising antibodies, not older than 3 months, is equivalent to such a certificate.
• Negative COVID-19 Test: Travellers must carry a pre-departure PCR test (taken within 72 hours before arrival) or a rapid antigen test (taken within 48 hours before arrival), or they can take a test within 24 hours after entering Austria. Travellers must carry a medical certificate or a test certificate (in German or English) confirming a negative test result for SARS-CoV-2. The certificate must include the traveller's first and last name, date of birth, date and time of sample collection, infection status, signature of the person performing the test, and the stamp of the testing institution.
• Quarantine: If travellers cannot provide proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19, they must undergo a 10-day quarantine. The quarantine can be ended from day 5 after entry with a negative test result.

A PCR test is required for some countries

As of May 16, 2022, a 3G pass (proof of vaccination, recovery, or negative test) or electronic registration is no longer required to enter Austria. However, as of December 2021, Austria had implemented several COVID-19 restrictions for entry into the country.

In addition, those entering Austria must register and obtain a pre-travel clearance (PTC) form. They must provide personal details such as their name, contact number, email, and address, as well as travel details such as the country of departure, mode of transport, and flight number.

It is important to note that these requirements may change, and individual states and venues in Austria may implement new rules at short notice. Therefore, it is recommended to check the latest official sources and guidelines before planning any travel to Austria.

Travellers without a booster vaccination must present a PCR test on entry

As of May 16, 2022, travellers to Austria no longer need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result to enter the country. However, it is important to note that individual states and venues in Austria may implement new rules at short notice, so it is advisable to check the latest information before planning a trip.

Previously, travellers without a booster vaccination were required to present a negative PCR test result upon entry to Austria. This rule was in place during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and aimed to curb the spread of the virus. The PCR test had to be taken within a specified time frame, usually within 72 hours or 3 days before arrival in Austria. This requirement applied to most travellers, regardless of their country of origin or vaccination status.

In addition to the PCR test, travellers without a booster vaccination may have also been required to follow other entry requirements, such as completing health declarations or quarantine periods. These measures were put in place to protect the health and safety of both travellers and locals in Austria.

It is important to note that entry requirements can change frequently, depending on the epidemiological situation in Austria and worldwide. Therefore, travellers are advised to stay informed and check the latest updates from official sources, such as government websites and health authorities, before planning their trip to Austria.

By complying with the necessary entry requirements, travellers can help ensure a smooth journey and contribute to the collective effort to control the spread of COVID-19.

Austria has mandatory quarantine for some travellers

As of May 16, 2022, Austria no longer requires proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result to enter the country. However, individual states and venues within Austria may implement new rules with short notice, so it is advisable to check with your hotel or ski school before planning trips and holidays.

Previously, travellers from certain countries were exempt from mandatory quarantine upon arrival in Austria. These countries included Australia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Uruguay, and the Vatican. Travellers from other countries were required to undergo mandatory quarantine for a period of 10 days.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Austria implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus, including imposing lockdowns and introducing a "green pass" system. As of November 22, 2021, Austria announced a nationwide lockdown, restricting the movement of people and limiting gatherings. This lockdown was intended to contain the fourth wave of coronavirus cases and was initially scheduled to last for 10 days, with a reevaluation planned afterward.

In addition to the lockdown measures, Austria also planned to mandate vaccinations, with Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg stating that those who did not comply would likely face fines. This decision was made due to the country's low vaccination rates compared to other Western European nations and the strain on hospitals in heavily affected states.

Austria has also implemented various other measures to control the spread of COVID-19, such as requiring masks in enclosed public spaces and on public transportation. The country has experienced several waves of the virus, with intensive care units reaching capacity in some regions.

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