Austria

Recommended Vaccinations For Austria

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B Vaccine

There is a low risk of infection with hepatitis B in Austria. Vaccination is recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old.

For Some Travellers

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Rabies Vaccine

Rabies vaccination is recommended for travellers who may come in contact with bats (i. e. cavers, adventure travellers, researchers, and anyone working with bats).

Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccine

There is a risk of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in all areas of this country. The main affected areas are the provinces of Tirol and Oberösterreich. The transmission season varies, however, ticks are most active during early spring to late autumn. A vaccination is recommended.

Recommended Medications For Austria

There are no recommendations for Austria at this time.

Diseases To Be Aware of for Austria

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B

There is a low risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country.

For Some Travellers

Tuberculosis

Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with the general population.

Hanta Virus

There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.

Measles

There is a risk of Measles in this country, especially in infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Tick-Borne Encephalitis

There is a risk of Measles in this country, especially in infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Rabies

Rabies may be present in bats in this country.

Safety & Security in Austria

Personal Safety

Travellers rarely experience safety and security problems in Austria, however, petty crime, such as pickpocketing, is common in tourist areas and crowded places like transportation hubs and tourist sites. Be alert in your surroundings, and ensure that your personal belongings, valuables, and travel documents are kept secure at all times. Theft on international trains travelling to and from Austria has increased. Keep luggage within sight.

Travellers planning on high-altitude mountaineering and ski trips should be aware that avalanches after snowfalls do occur and people have died in avalanches. The weather in alpine environments can be unpredictable. Travellers wishing to participate in high-altitude mountaineering or skiing should ensure that mountain rescue and evacuation are included in their travel insurance coverage. It is strongly recommended to hire a professional guide, to avoid hiking alone and to not leave established trails. Road travel may be challenging in winter due to severe weather and some mountain roads may close.

It is against the law to wear in a public place any clothing or object that conceals the face and makes facial features unrecognizable.

Same-sex sexual activity and civil partnership are both legal in Austria and discrimination based on sexual orientation is prohibited.

Extreme Violence

There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities.Terrorist attacks could occur at any time.

Political Unrest

Demonstrations may occur with little or no warning in cities. Avoid any protests, political gatherings or marches. Follow the advice of local authorities.