Nigerians and other international students planning to study in Austria are advised to take note of the latest updates to academic, general, and financial documentation required for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
According to a recent update shared on social media, applicants are expected to present specific sets of documents depending on the level of study, along with financial proof that aligns with the current exchange rate of the euro.
Academic Requirements
For Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) applicants, the required documents include:
• WAEC or NECO certificate
• JAMB Admission Confirmation or Admission Statement
• Eligibility letter from the Ministry of Education (optional)
For Master’s Degree (MSc) applicants, the required documents are:
• O’Level results (WAEC or NECO)
• Degree certificate (BSc, HND, or ND)
• Academic transcripts
• IELTS or TOEFL results (with acceptable scores varying between 5.0 and 7.0 depending on the institution and course)
• Proficiency in English letter (if requested by the university)
General Requirements for All Applicants
• Data page of international passport
• Age declaration (done by a parent in a High Court with a passport photograph attached)
• Attestation of birth from the National Population Commission
• Police Character Certificate (to be provided during visa application)
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
It is mandatory that all documents be verified and authenticated by both the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Additional University-Specific Requirements
Some universities may also require the following:
• Letter of recommendation
• Motivation letter
• Comprehensive CV
Applicants must submit all documents through the Austrian Embassy via VFS Global for verification.
However, not all documents are subject to legalization. It is recommended that the age declaration and birth attestation be obtained from the same state and dated the same.
Documents that must be legalized by the Austrian Embassy include:
• O’Level results
• BSc/HND/OND certificates
• Transcripts
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Requirements for Austrian Study Resident Permit
Applicants must also meet residency requirements which include:
• A completed and correctly filled application form
• Original passport and one copy
• Three recent passport photographs
• Police Character Certificate
• Proof of accommodation
• Three-month accident insurance coverage
• Six-month bank statement
• Admission/acceptance letter from an Austrian institution
Updated Proof of Funds (POF) as of June 2025
With the Austrian exchange rate currently at ₦1,800 per euro, the updated minimum financial requirement per applicant is as follows:
• Students under 24 years:
€703.58/month x 12 = €8,442.96 ≈ ₦15.1 million
• Students aged 24 and above:
€1,273.99/month x 12 = €15,287.88 ≈ ₦27.5 million
• Couples:
€2,009.85/month x 12 = €24,118.20 ≈ ₦43.4 million
• Each additional child:
€196.57/month x 12 = €2,358.84 ≈ ₦4.2 million
Applicants should also note that if their accommodation costs exceed €376.27 per month, the difference must be added to the total proof of funds. For example, a student with accommodation costing €410 per month would need to show additional funds of €404.76, bringing their total required POF to approximately €15,692.64 or ₦28.2 million.
Students from other African and Asian countries are advised to convert the euro amounts into their respective local currencies for accurate budgeting.
Source: UK/EU Study Immigration Matters
