Excellent destination
Excellent destination
Quality of life index out of 100
Austria
Danube, Inn, Lake Constance, Morava, Neusiedl Lake, Rhine, Salzach, Thaya · German
Austria
Austria ranks 1 in EU quality of life with universal healthcare, top-tier public transit, and a cost of living 30% below Western Europe — all wrapped in political stability and Alpine scenery that …
What it's like to live in Austria
Austria is a predominantly mountainous country located in Central Europe, positioned between Germany, Italy, and Hungary with a total area of 83,871 square kilometers. The nation's landscape is defined by the Alps, which cover approximately 62 percen...
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Healthcare
- Austria operates a two-tier healthcare system, primarily funded by mandatory social insurance, offering universal coverage to residents.
- Expats employed in Austria are automatically enrolled in the public health insurance system (ÖGK), with contributions deducted from their salary.
- A photo e-card is essential for accessing public healthcare services, serving as proof of insurance and containing your electronic health record.
Austria, as a Schengen Area member, allows visa-free entry for citizens of over 60 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand for tourism, business, or short visits up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from the Schengen Area, issued within the last 10 years, and have at least two blank pages. Proof of sufficient funds, return/onward tickets, and accommodation may be...
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All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.
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