Travelling to Linz / Austria

1. Planning your trip:

Visa

Depending on your nationality and the length of your stay, you might require a visa for your stay in Austria. Some nationalities may enter visa-free and stay for a maximum of 90 days but it is important not to exceed this period. Detailed information can be found here: https://oead.at/en/to-austria/entry-and-residence

Your invitation letter is sent by the International Office at JKU. The duration of your stay is the duration of the Austrian module. In case you are a double degree NSYSU student, your stay might be extended for one additional semester (until 1 June). Please find more information on this in the lesson "NSYSU double degree student at JKU Business School".

Flight

You are free to arrive to Linz, Austria prior the program starts. Unexcused, late arrivals might result in negative consequences, depending on the severity.

Transit via the USA:

Make sure that you do not transit via the USA as it results in additional administrative actions, depending on your country of origin:

Transit via China:

Please make sure that you check whether you need any preparation for transiting via China, before booking your flight. If you are from any of the visa free countries, no action is required: https://www.chinadiscovery.com/chinese-visa/visa-free-countries.html

Insurance

The Austrian Student Union fee covers accidents and liability insurance ONLY on campus. You need a proper health insurance for your stay in Austria. This is also required for visa application. Recommended company: Care Austria -https://www.care-austria.com/

Accommodation

  • Students housing is offered in the Raabheim student dormitory. 
  • The International Office will make reservation for you if requested in the online application form. Please do NOT contact the dormitory directly.
  • Upon the reservation has been made you receive your acceptance letter and room reservation confirmation from the International Office.
  • The official contract will be sent to you directly by the dormitory. Please read it carefully and return the signed contract DIRECTLY to the dormitory.
  • The contract is signed a legally binding agreement between you and the dormitory. JKU does not take any liability for the agreement that has been made between the you and the dormitory.
  • The minimum contract duration is 3 months. The rent is calculated for 3 calendar months.
    Please find further information in case you wish to arrive earlier or depart later: Information sheet
  • There is a deposit to be paid in cash (€) within 4 working days after arrival. The full amount is reimbursed upon departure in case there has been no damage to the property.
  • There are little to no kitchen utensils - please get in touch with the MGB program management if you need some. More info on the page "Living in Raabheim or other student dormitory (kitchen utensils & co)".

2. While in Austria:

  • Cost of living: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Linz
  • Studying at JKU: JKU link - in case you are interested in details related to the double degree with JKU please find them under the lesson "NSYSU students at JKU Business School".
  • Wildlife and living in Linz
    The campus shares the land with some feathery residents, ducks. It can be tempting but please do not feed the ducks with dry bread crumbs as the food gets soaked with water they might actually die from that type of food. The forests in Austria are rather safe, there are no dangerous wild animals.
    In case you decide to go for hiking, make sure that you are well-prepared. There are some peaks in Austria that are not to be underestimated. Climbing them demands stamina, proper gear and well-prepared company. In case your way is crossed by cows or horses do not act loud or do fast movement, remain calm and pass by them preferably without trying to pet or feed them.

After you have arrived please check what´s to do by selecting from the menu below or on the right hand side.
There are many administrative steps to fulfill to have you legally settled in Linz!
Missing any of those legal obligations can result in financial penalty or imprisonment.