COVID-19 information

Information for your stay in Vienna in times of COVID-19: Go on your trip to Vienna without restrictions. No coronavirus certificate is required to enter the country and there is no general requirement to wear a mask. Testing options are available.

Current coronavirus regulations in Vienna

As of July 1, 2023 all coronavirus restrictions have been removed. This means:

There is no requirement to wear a mask in public life (public transport, cultural areas, restaurants, stores, etc.).
You can enter Austria without documentary requirements or evidence (vaccinated - tested - recovered)
No restrictions on movement in the event of illness.

COVID testing

There are various ways in which guests can get a coronavirus test. The tests are private services for which a fee is charged.

Many pharmacies (website in German) offer a COVID-19 testing service. Please contact your chosen pharmacy in advance by phone or e-mail to find out whether and what type of tests (PCR and/or antigen) will be performed.
Many private laboratories in Vienna still provide testing facilities for PCR and antigen testing. DermaCare (Morzinplatz 4, 1010 Vienna) and the COVID City Test Center (Zaunergasse 4, 1 floor, 1030 Vienna) provide fast results from PCR tests within a few hours.
Hotel guests can take a PCR test directly at the hotel through the DeliveryTest service. The samples are collected by specialist couriers.
Coronavirus tests are offered at the Health Center at Vienna Airport.

COVID test strips, onto which liquid is dripped

Suspected infection

If you suspect you have been infected with coronavirus, please act as you would if you had contracted any other communicable disease: please stay in your accommodation and avoid crowds and public transport. Wearing a mask when interacting with other people is recommended. Wearing a mask when interacting with other people is recommended.

Telephone hotline: The free healthcare hotline 1450 offers medical advice around the clock, seven days a week.

General tips on how to behave & hygiene measures