Up to 90 days in any 180 across all Schengen countries combined — even if the visa is valid for years.

Do retirees need an employer letter?

No — proof of income such as a pension letter and bank statement is enough, or a sponsorship letter from a son or daughter with their statement.

Austria visa

St Stephen's Cathedral rising above Vienna's rooftops at dusk

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Classical Vienna and Alpine lakes

From: SAR 713.85
Flight time: 5.5 hours
Capital: Vienna
Best time to visit: May–September

Vienna's palaces and coffee houses, and Zell am See and Hallstatt among lakes and mountains — a calm summer favourite for families. It's a Schengen visa, and we handle the file from booking to collection.

Visa types

Schengen tourist visa

Sticker visa

Processing: 10–15 working days
Visa validity: 180 days
Length of stay: 90 days
Entry: Multiple entry

Biometrics appointment requiredBiometrics at VFS Global in Riyadh, Jeddah or Khobar.

Required documents

Valid passportValid for at least 3 months beyond your return date, with at least two blank pages.
Two Schengen-size photos3.5 × 4.5 cm on a light background, face clearly visible.
Bank statement for the last 3 monthsBank-stamped, ideally showing regular activity and enough balance for the trip.
Salary certificateFrom your employer, stating job title, salary, start date and approved leave.
Confirmed hotel bookingCovering the whole stay; a refundable booking is fine.
Return flight reservationA reservation is usually enough — don't buy the ticket before the visa is issued.
Schengen travel insuranceMinimum €30,000 cover, valid across the Schengen area for the whole trip. You can buy it with us.