Moving to Vienna: Everything You Need to Know
Vienna — Your New Home
Whether for work, studies, or simply a new chapter in life: Moving to Vienna is a great decision.
Before the Move
Visa/Residence Permit: EU citizens can move freely to Austria. Non-EU citizens need a residence permit.
Health Insurance: Austria has mandatory insurance. Employees are automatically insured through the ÖGK.
Budget Planning: Expect around 900–1,500 euros warm rent, plus 365 euros/year for the annual transport pass.
The First Days
- Registration (Meldezettel): Register at the registration office within 3 days
- Bank Account: Open an account at an Austrian bank
- SIM Card: A1, Magenta, or Drei — prepaid cards from about 10 euros/month
- Wiener Linien Card: Get your annual or monthly pass
Finding an Apartment
The Viennese housing market is tight. The common platforms are willhaben.at, immoscout24.at, and wohnnet.at. For the transition, we recommend a furnished apartment at Levante's Living.
Cost of Living
- Rent (1-2 rooms, central): 800–1,400 euros
- Groceries: approx. 250–350 euros/month
- Public transport: 365 euros/year
- Internet: approx. 25–35 euros/month
- Eating out: 12–25 euros per meal
Tips for a Good Start
Learn a few Viennese expressions (Semmel, Paradeiser, Topfen), be punctual, and don't underestimate the power of a friendly "Grüß Gott". Vienna rewards everyone who embraces the city.