Welcome to your ultimate guide to making your dream of studying in Austria a reality! I’ve put together everything you need to know to make your journey smooth sailing. No need to stress over repetitive questions – I’ve got you covered!

Before We Dive In: Make sure to have all your documents attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) before starting the embassy process. This step is crucial for a hassle-free experience.

Step 1 – Verification: Fee: 22,800 PKR Timeline: 2 – 4 months Wait for embassy email after submitting your documents Don’t forget to download the AppointmentForm from AppointmentFormLink. Remember, appointments are necessary for verification.

For Students: Here’s what you’ll need:

• Passport
• CNIC
• Matric Certificate
• Fsc Certificate / Intermediate
• University Degree
• University Transcript
• Birth Certificate
• Police Clearance Certificate (obtain it 10-15 days before your embassy appointment)
• FRC (Family Registration Certificate) from Nadra
• English Proficiency Certificate from University (if you don’t have IELTS)
• Special Entrance Qualification Certificate from University in Pakistan

Outcome: The embassy will inform you via email about the result. If it’s positive, move on to step 2 for the legalization of verified documents. In case of a negative result, you can initiate another verification process for a fee of PKR 11,400.00.

Step 2 – Legalization: Fee: 80 Euros/document Timeline: 1 day Submit your documents in the morning and collect them at 2:30 pm. Legalization confirms the authenticity of your documents. It’s like getting a stamp of approval from the embassy.

For Students:

• University Degree /Intermediate Certificate for Bachelor candidates
• Birth Certificate
• Police Clearance Certificate (make sure it’s fresh)
• Special Entrance Qualification Certificate

Step 3 – Admission: Great news – there’s no admission application fee in public universities! Per semester fee for Master programs is 746 Euros/semester. Explore study programs in Austria at studium.at and follow the application process on the university’s respective website.

Step 4 – Find Accommodation: Check out student hostels at studium.at/studentenheime. Most require a deposit of 600 to 1000 Euros. You’ll need a contract for your residence permit application.

Bonus Tip: If you secure admission before everything else, you can expedite the process for legalization of docs and residence permit submission on the same day!

Step 5 – Residence Permit: Fee: 120 Euros Timeline: 2 – 4 months Wait for embassy email after applying. The residence permit is a must for stays exceeding 6 months in Austria.

Step 6 – National Visa D: Fee: 150 Euros Timeline: 1 – 2 weeks This visa allows you to enter and stay in Austria for up to 6 months. You’ll need to collect your residence card once you’re in Austria.

Step 7 – Receive Passport & Book a Flight: Ready to fly? Check out budget-friendly flights on Pegasus or Skyscanner.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

• Legalize only your Pakistani docs, not foreign ones.
• Consider applying for admission in parallel with the verification and legalization process.
• Congratulations! You can verify your docs and apply for residence permit and legalization on the same day.