Working remotely offers great flexibility, but it can also create tax-related confusion. To make sure you’re complying with the law, here’s an overview of the tax rules in Austria.
Thousands of people in Austria are likely not covered by health insurance, a new study has found. We look at whether foreign residents need health insurance and what their options are.
While anyone coming from the Schengen area will be exempt from any border controls, visitors entering Austria from outside might have to show some documents, including proof of stay. Here's what you need to know.
If you are moving to Austria, can you keep using your home country's bank account or open an international one online, or should you really have an Austrian one?
Moving to Austria before you have work lined up can leave you with an awkward health insurance gap. The Local spoke to an immigration lawyer and an insurance broker about what Austrian returnees, EU citizens, third-country nationals and pensioners can do.
Austrian residents raising children may be eligible for family allowance, a monthly payment to help with child costs. But how much can you receive and how do you get the payments?
Foreigners who plan on spending several years in Austria often wonder whether they should aim to become a permanent resident or Austrian. We weigh up the pros and cons of each.
Americans in Austria are in a unique situation as they have to file taxes back home as well as in their adopted country. What happens when it comes to retirement savings? We spoke to an expert to find out.
People in Austria – and across other parts of Europe – will be able to see a solar eclipse on the evening of Wednesday, August 12th. Here's how you can catch a glimpse, plus we list some events happening across the country.
If you've caught a cold or something nastier like the flu, you may need to take time off work. Do you need to submit a sick note to your employer in Austria on the first day of illness?
Austria has many national holidays, and on the next Monday, May 25th, shops, banks and supermarkets will also be closed. Why and how do people celebrate it?
Tick season has arrived in Austria, bringing increased risk of serious illnesses like TBE and Lyme disease. Here’s how to protect yourself, your children and your pets.
Finding the right doctor in Austria can make a world of difference, but what happens if you want to switch? Here's how it works if you're insured with ÖGK.
When it comes to driving in Austria, it’s not just traffic rules you need to watch out for. There’s a surprising list of items you’re not allowed to carry - or at least not allowed to carry freely - in your car. Here’s what you need to know.
When a dishwasher or oven breaks down in a rented home, many tenants in Austria wonder who should pay for the repairs – especially if the appliance was included with the flat. The answer depends on what kind of property you live in and the type of contract you signed.
Many Austrian universities offer degree programmes in English across a wide array of disciplines, allowing more students to take advantage of the perks of studying here.
Falling temperatures combined with cold and wet weather across Austria means that your home is at risk of mould and damp. We look at how you should tackle it and approach it with your landlord or property management.
Once you can't hear the bells jingling, and the beautiful Christmas tree in your living room becomes a dry, dead hazard, it's time to dispose of it correctly. Here's how to do it in Austria.
