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When someone from abroad dies in Austria
What you need to know if a next-of-kin dies in Austria
Graham Crewe
May 81 min read
EURES "Living and Working in..." Guides
EURES, the EU's jobs portal, in collaboration with the AMS, has produced guides on living and working in 30 countries in Europe.
Graham Crewe
Jan 201 min read
EURES "Living and Working in Austria" Guide
A 42-page guide to living and working in Austria which has been published by EURES/AMS
Graham Crewe
Jan 201 min read
Deposit system for single-use plastic and metal drinks containers in Austria
Information about Austria's Pfand Recycling system which was launched on 1 January 2025
Graham Crewe
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for travel to the UK from 2025
Explanation of the EU's ETA electronic travel authorisation system including applicable countries and application procedure
Graham Crewe
Dec 23, 20242 min read
New winter tyre laws for Germany
As from 1. October 2024 in Germany (but not in Austria) the label “M+S” alone is no longer accepted on winter tyres. They must now carry...
Graham Crewe
Sep 29, 20242 min read
Austria's Klimabonus scheme - what is it and how do I get it?
The Klimabonus is a payout given to all people living in Austria. All of your questions are answered here.
Graham Crewe
Sep 1, 20242 min read
Applying for the Austrian residence permit "Aufenthaltstitel: Niederlassungbewilligung ausser Erwerbstätigkeit"
Tips for applying for the "Settlement permit - gainful employment excepted" residence permit in Austria
Graham Crewe
Aug 31, 20244 min read
Legal Support & Advice in Austria
Who can you turn to in Austria for legal support when you need it? Find out here.
Keith Davies
Aug 7, 20245 min read
Use of mobile phones while driving in Austria
Discover the dos and don'ts of mobile phone use while driving in Austria. Learn about the rules and penalties to stay safe on the road.
Graham Crewe
Mar 27, 20241 min read
Behaviour of Caps Lock on a German keyboard
One of those little frustrations for me at work in Austria is that when I have Caps Lock ("Feststelltaste") pressed on a German keyboard,...
Graham Crewe
Feb 28, 20242 min read
Zulassungsschein now available on eAusweise app on your mobile phone in Austria
In addition to the digital driving licence, your car’s Zulassungsschein (registration certificate) is now available on your mobile phone.
Graham Crewe
Feb 19, 20241 min read
Emergency psychological help in Austria
Emergency contact numbers for people feeling suicidal or needing psychiatric help
Graham Crewe
Feb 8, 20241 min read
Counseling Center for Migrants: Useful information
Useful information provided by the Counseling Center for Migrants
Graham Crewe
Jan 27, 20241 min read
Volunteering opportunities in Salzburg
Group members often post on Facebook that they are looking for volunteer opportunities. The lack of German is often a barrier for...
Graham Crewe
Jan 9, 20241 min read
SOMA Salzburg: The social supermarket
I have just come across SOMA at Plainstrasse 2 near the Kiesel shopping centre. It is a social supermarket supporting people on a low...
Graham Crewe
Jan 9, 20241 min read
Father's (partner's) rights for time off work at birth
How many days off can the partner take for the birth of a child?
Graham Crewe
Jan 8, 20241 min read
Introduction to Austria's "ORF Beitrag"
Everything you need to know about Austria's new (2024) TV licence fee, the ORF Beitrag
Graham Crewe
Dec 29, 20234 min read
FAQs Table of Contents
A list of all our FAQs relating to Salzburg province
Graham Crewe
May 28, 20237 min read
A guide to the Austrian education system
This invaluable insider's guide will answer all the questions any parent will have about the Austrian school system.
Graham Crewe
May 14, 202322 min read
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