TESTED

• Negative result of an antigen test from an authorised facility (“Österreich testet”); valid 24 hours from test
• Antigen test for own use (“home test”) that has been recorded in digital form: valid for 24 hours from sample
• PCR test: valid 72 hours from test

The following are not deemed to be proof of testing:

• antibody test
• self-test at home
• Exemption from the test obligation.

Testing cannot be reasonably expected for health reasons or due to a disability (e.g. in the case of dementia)

RECOVERED

• Medical certificate of recovery from infection: valid for 6 months from date of issue
• Quarantine notice: valid for 6 months from date of issue

VACCINATED

• Second vaccination: valid for 6 months
• Recovery (positive PCR test or antibodies) and one vaccination doses: valid for 6 months
• Booster shot (3 vaccine doses or recovery and 2 vaccine doses): Valid for 1 year
• Obligation to present proof of 3G (tested, vaccinated, recovered) for children aged 12 and over
• Exemptions from the requirement to provide proof of 3G:
  • persons who cannot be vaccinated for health reasons
  • pregnant women

• The forms of proof must be presented in German or English.

PLEASE NOTE: The falsification and use of falsified COVID test certificates, certificates of recovery and proofs of vaccination are criminal offences in Austria. Possible consequences: Fine and/or imprisonment

Choose only official test centres for your COVID tests!

• In the following areas and establishments, it is obligatory to wear an FFP2 mask in closed spaces:
  • Public transport, school transport and taxis - throughout the entire journey, at stops and waiting areas,
  • Public pharmacies, establishments for the sale of medical products and chemists’,
  • Food stores (including farmers selling directly to customers), agricultural stores and establishments for the sale of animal feed,
  • Establishments for persons with disabilities,
  • Services of the Public Employment Service, legal services and emergency services,
  • Banks and post offices i.e. postal service providers,
  • Tobacconists’ and newspaper stands,
  • Waste disposal establishments,
  • Car and bicycle workshops, petrol stations and car wash facilities,
  • Hygiene and cleaning services,
  • Establishments for the sale of safety and emergency products,
  • Administrative authorities and administrative courts during office hours,
  • Establishments for the practice of religion.
• Operators and employees of these establishments must wear an FFP2 mask for all direct contact with customers, unless protective measures are in place (e.g. plexiglass walls)
• In addition, for all other establishments and places, it is recommended to wear an FFP2 mask in closed spaces.

Information on the Obligation to Wear a Mask 

• Children under the age of 6 do not have to wear a mask.
• Face masks for children from 6 to 14 years of age. FFP2 masks compulsory for children from 14.
• Exemptions from the obligation to wear an FFP2 mask:
  • health-related or disability-specific reasons (then mouth-and-nose protection or other closely fitting mechanical protection device; if this cannot be reasonably expected, face shield) – medical confirmation is required
  • Therapeutic educational reasons
  • While providing a service in close physical proximity (if required without a mask)
  • While providing or receiving speech therapy
  • While eating and drinking
  • During sports and in damp areas (e.g. showers, indoor swimming pools)
  • Pregnant women (face mask instead)
  • People who are deaf or hearing impaired, in communication with others

• The 3G rule does not apply in the workplace, except for employees in the health sector → Attention: Special regulations in Vienna → “Regional measures in Vienna”
• FFP2 masks are obligatory for
  • Employees in the health sector, Employees with customer contact in establishments in which masks are obligatory, unless protective measures are in place (e.g. plexiglass walls)
• In justified cases, stricter requirements by employers are possible.

• Staff (also applies for mobile care and assistance): proof of 3G and FFP2 mask for direct contact with residents, unless protective measures are in place (e.g. plexiglass walls)
• Visitors: proof of 3G and FFP2 mask in indoor areas
• Residents of old people’s homes, care homes and homes for the disabled: proof of 3G or other organisational precautions (e.g. quarantine measures) before new admission, FFP2 mask in common areas
• Patients at medical facilities and sanatoria: FFP2 mask
• In other places where healthcare and nursing services are provided: Patients, visitors, accompanying persons and staff must wear an FFP2 mask, unless protective measures are in place (e.g. plexiglass walls)

NECESSARY INTEGRATION MEASURES OF THE AUSTRIAN INTEGRATION FUND (ÖIF):

• Participation is only possible with 3G proof and an FFP2 mask!

GATHERINGS

• For events with more than 500 people:
  • Develop and implement COVID-19 prevention concept
  • Appoint COVID-19 officers
• This does not apply for: 
  • Funerals
  • Assemblies according to the Act on Assemblies and Processions (demonstrations) – an FFP2 mask must be worn even outdoors
  • Professional meetings that cannot be delayed
  • Meetings of committees of political, legal parties or committees related to Industrial Constitution Law that cannot be delayed
  • Attending theatres, concert halls and arenas, cinemas with a vehicle
  • for events in private residences