Area Total | 83,871 sq km |
Climate | temperate; continental, cloudy; cold winters with frequent rain and some snow in lowlands and snow in mountains; moderate summers with occasional showers |
Natural Resources | oil, coal, lignite, timber, iron ore, copper, zinc, antimony, magnesite, tungsten, graphite, salt, hydropower |
Imports | Germany 41.8%, Italy 5.8%, Switzerland 5.5%, Czech Republic 4.4%, Netherlands 4.2% (2017) – machinery and equipment, motor vehicles, chemicals, metal goods, oil and oil products, natural gas; foodstuffs |
Exports | Germany 29.4%, US 6.3%, Italy 6.2%, Switzerland 5.1%, France 4.8%, Slovakia 4.8% (2017) – machinery and equipment, motor vehicles and parts, manufactured goods, chemicals, iron and steel, foodstuffs |
Government | federal parliamentary republic |
Capital | Vienna |
Population | 8,793,370 (July 2018 est.) |
Ethnicity | Austrian 80.8%, German 2.6%, Bosnian and Herzegovinian 1.9%, Turkish 1.8%, Serbian 1.6%, Romanian 1.3%, other 10% (2018 est.) |
Language | German (official nationwide) 88.6%, Turkish 2.3%, Serbian 2.2%, Croatian (official in Burgenland) 1.6%, other (includes Slovene, official in southern Carinthia, and Hungarian, official in Burgenland) 5.3% (2001 est.) |
News about Austria
- What you should do if you lose your residence permit in Austriaby The Local on May 2, 2024
Non- EU nationals with the right to live and work in Austria are generally issued a residence permit in the form of an ID card. But what do you if you happen to lose this vital document - or if it gets stolen? Here's a step-by-step guide.
- 'Haushaltsversicherung': How does Austria's home insurance work?by The Local on May 2, 2024
'Haushaltsversicherung' is one of Austria's most popular types of insurance. It is not mandatory, but it is certainly worth evaluating, especially as it comes with many possible add-ons.
- How can foreign nationals bring their family members to Austria?by The Local on May 2, 2024
If you are a non-EU national with a valid residence permit in Austria – or indeed Austrian yourself – your partner, children, and some other family members depending on circumstances, can join you. We explain the hurdles they will have to clear.
- Digital nomads: Who can work remotely in Austria?by The Local on May 2, 2024
The Covid-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of remote work opportunities, but being a digital nomad is still a legal grey area in some countries. Here’s how it works in Austria.
- Today in Austria: A roundup of the latest news on Thursdayby The Local on May 2, 2024
Law against light pollution comes into force, super-election year dominates May 1st events, KPÖ kicks off the EU election campaign and more news from Austria on Thursday.
- Eleven unmissable events in Austria in May 2024by The Local on May 1, 2024
May is soon here and we list ten exciting happenings during the month, including spring festivals, trail runs, 'lake' openings and food celebrations.
- Everything that changes in Austria in May 2024by The Local on May 1, 2024
From strikes and protests to the (many) public holidays, this is what changes in May 2024 in Austria.
- How do the EU's new EES passport checks affect the 90-day rule?by The Local on May 1, 2024
As European travellers prepare for the introduction of enhanced passport checks known as the Entry & Exit System (EES), many readers have asked us what this means for the '90-day rule' for non-EU citizens.
- 'Glass half full': Who is Austria's Beer Party candidate for chancellor?by The Local on April 30, 2024
Austria's controversial but increasingly popular Beer Party announced it would run in the upcoming National Council elections, with party leader and former rock star Dominik Wlazny seeking the chancellery.
- Could Vienna’s approach to affordable housing work in California?by Kirsty Lang in Vienna (Austria | The Guardian) on April 30, 2024
Housing costs and homelessness are on the rise in California. In the Austrian capital, people of all income levels live in subsidised housing – and more is being builtImagine a beautiful city where a centrally located two-bedroom apartment can cost you as little as $600 a month. For many US policymakers, it’s a pipe dream. And yet in Vienna, it’s a […]
- Austria's ÖBB announces new train timetable for summerby The Local on April 30, 2024
ÖBB is using the summer for extensive construction work in eastern Austria. There will be a new timetable on some routes.
- Barbecues, nudity and smoking: What am I allowed to do on my balcony in Austria?by The Local on April 30, 2024
During the summer months, it may seem that every Austrian lives exclusively on their balconies - doing all sorts of activities outdoors. But what is and isn't allowed?
- 'Betriebskosten': What are the extra costs renters must pay in Austria?by The Local on April 30, 2024
Renting an apartment in Austria means you’ll have to budget not only for the rent, but other somewhat hidden monthly costs and expenses.
- How to enjoy summer like a true Austrianby The Local on April 30, 2024
Despite the long winters (or perhaps because of them), people in Austria are very good at enjoying the summer months to the fullest. Here's what you should do to have the best summertime in Austria.
- Austria far-right leader targeted in embezzlement investigationby The Local on April 30, 2024
Prosecutors said Monday they had launched an investigation into Austria's far-right leader and several former government members on suspicion of embezzling public money to pay for adverts in return for alleged favourable coverage.