Austria

Crime
Petty crime (such as pickpocketing and bag snatching) occurs frequently in shopping areas, restaurants, cafés, hotel lobbies , on public transport and at tourist attractions. New Zealanders in Austria should be alert of their surroundings and take steps to safeguard their personal belongings.

New Zealanders should also be wary of ATM and credit card fraud, and only use ATMs in well-lit public areas or inside a bank or business.

Civil unrest
Demonstrations occasionally occur in Austria. New Zealanders in Austria are advised to avoid all protests, demonstrations and large public gatherings as even those intended as peaceful have the potential to turn violent.

General travel advice
Under Austrian law, you're required to carry identification documents at all times.

A high risk of avalanches exists in parts of Austria. Follow the advice of local authorities and your tour operator.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe and can include lengthy imprisonment.

New Zealanders travelling or living in Austria should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place.

New Zealanders in Austria are encouraged to register their details [2] with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Travel tips

• Travel to Europe [3]

• Abolition of border controls in Europe [4]

• For current health alerts [5]