QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Austria with a Canadian passport?
No visa needed. You can stay up to 90 days.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Austria visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- How long you can stay: up to 90 days.
- Official information: Official visa information page, Austria (Austrian MFA)
Official sources
- The official Austrian visa-obligation list states no EU visa obligation for United States nationals, with visa exemption for regular stays of 90 days within 180 days (list status 15 July 2026). (Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI), verified October 5, 2026)
Austria at a glance
| Region | Europe |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 76 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Austria is mid-priced for travelers: everyday prices sit at about 76 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Austria compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: Canadian devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but Austria uses Type C/F. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 347/600 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Austria.
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Common questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Austria?
No. Canadian passport holders do not need a visa for tourism stays in Austria of up to 90 days.
How long can a Canadian passport holder stay in Austria?
Canadian passport holders can stay in Austria for up to 90 days without a visa. Stays longer than 90 days require a different visa or immigration authorization.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Austria's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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