Diplomatic representation of Austria in Australia
Austrian Embassy in Canberra
The Austrian Embassy in Canberra represents Austria in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Austrian citizens and other applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Austrian Embassy in Canberra
The Austrian Embassy in Canberra is Austria’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia and provides access to diplomatic and consular services.
Check before visiting: Consular services may have their own application, appointment and document requirements. Review the current instructions on the official embassy website before travelling to Canberra.
Embassy location
Where is the Austrian Embassy in Canberra?
The Austrian Embassy is located in Forrest, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 12 Talbot Street, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia.
Visitors should confirm current attendance arrangements and the requirements for their particular service before travelling to the embassy.
About the mission
About the Austrian Embassy in Canberra
The Austrian Embassy in Canberra is Austria’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Austrian government and supports bilateral relations in political, economic, cultural and other areas.
The embassy also provides consular services for Austrian citizens and handles selected visa and residence matters within its regional area of responsibility.
Austria also maintains a network of honorary consular offices across Australia, allowing some citizens to access limited consular assistance without travelling to Canberra.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Austrian Embassy in Canberra provides a range of citizen and consular services. Procedures vary according to the service required.
Passports and documents
Austrian citizens can obtain information about passport applications, emergency passports and other Austrian identity or citizenship documents.
Visas and residence
The embassy processes certain Austrian visa and residence applications, although some applications in Australia are lodged through an external visa application provider.
Citizen assistance
The embassy provides consular assistance to Austrian citizens, including support in emergencies and information on civil, citizenship and administrative matters.
Visa applications: the Austrian Foreign Ministry states that applications for visas to Austria from Australia are generally lodged through VFS Australia and then processed by the Austrian Embassy in Canberra.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Austrian Embassy in Canberra
Application and appointment requirements depend on the consular service required.
Applicants should review the official instructions for passports, citizenship matters, visas, residence permits or other services before attending the embassy.
Some visa applications are submitted through an external visa application centre rather than directly at the embassy. Other services may require personal attendance or prior arrangements with the consular section.
Before visiting: confirm where your application must be lodged and whether an appointment is required before travelling to Canberra.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
The Austrian Embassy in Canberra has a regional area of responsibility extending beyond Australia.
The Austrian Foreign Ministry lists the embassy’s area of responsibility as Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
Specific application arrangements can differ between countries and services. Applicants outside Australia should check the embassy’s current instructions before submitting documents or making travel arrangements.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the current procedure for your service before travelling to the Austrian Embassy in Canberra.
Check appointments
Confirm whether your application requires an embassy appointment, an external application centre or another submission procedure.
Prepare your documents
Review the official checklist and bring the original documents, copies, photographs and supporting evidence required for your application.
Confirm current information
Check current service arrangements, fees, opening hours and public holiday closures before travelling.
Important: procedures can change and different consular services follow different rules. Always use the latest information published by the Austrian Embassy Canberra.
Frequently asked questions
Austrian Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Austrian Embassy in Canberra?
The Austrian Embassy is located at 12 Talbot Street, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Austrian Embassy in Canberra?
The embassy publishes the telephone numbers +61 2 6295 1533 and +61 2 6295 1376.
What is the email address of the Austrian Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted at canberra-ob@bmeia.gv.at.
When can I call about consular matters?
The Austrian Embassy states that telephone enquiries for consular matters are available Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Does the Austrian Embassy issue passports?
Yes. The embassy provides information and services relating to Austrian passports and can also issue emergency passports in eligible urgent cases.
Where do I submit an Austrian visa application in Australia?
The Austrian Foreign Ministry states that visa applications in Australia are generally lodged through VFS Australia and then processed by the Austrian Embassy in Canberra.
Does Austria have consulates elsewhere in Australia?
Yes. Austria maintains honorary consular representation in several Australian cities, including Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details and consular information on this page.