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Recognition of foreign university degrees

A university degree can be an important qualification if you want to work in Austria. There are, however, some issues you need to consider if you want a recognition (nostrification) of the university degree you acquired abroad. more

Events

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Material Worlds

until 31 December 2026 | Technisches Museum

Whether wood, glass, concrete, silicon or rubber - every material we encounter in everyday life tells a story. more

Freighted. 500 years of collecting and exhibiting rhinos until 12.1.2026
Bicycle and Lobster until 1.2.2026
Hidden Modernism until 18.1.2026
Michaelina Wautier until 22.2.2026
Lisette Model until 22.2.2026
Meat until 22.2.2026
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Museums

Art, history, technology or natural history – museum enthusiasts will find what they are looking for in Vienna. Most museums offer young people free admission. more

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Health check-up

Every person in Austria aged 18 and over is entitled to a free medical check-up once a year. Regular check-ups may help you detect potential health problems early on. more

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Getting married

Do you want to get married in Vienna? You can celebrate your civil wedding at any of the ten register offices and dream wedding venues such as Vienna City Hall, palaces, parks, and many other! more

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Libraries in Vienna

Vienna's libraries are the place to be for bookworms. 39 branches offer over 1.5 million media and foreign language books. Long opening hours, reading areas and work stations will make you want to stay for a while. more