
Cost of living
With the cost of living on the rise in Austria, it’s important to keep up to date with the latest news and advice. We regularly add new articles and update existing information as it changes so check back here regularly to get the latest advice and tips.

Why is cash so important to Austrians?
Austria’s love for cash payments can be seen through the saying “Nur Bares ist Wahres” (only cash is true), which captures a prevalent sentiment across the country. The government even wants to constitutionally guarantee the right of people in Austria to pay in cash. But why, in a digital age, is Austria so keen on cash payments?