Preparations
Before undertaking an exchange semester at FH JOANNEUM, there are a few things to take into account. Here you will find all the information you need to prepare in the best way possible.
Accommodation
Accommodation in Graz
OeAD Student Housing
We recommend to apply for student housing via OeAD (Österreichischer Austauschdienst – Austrian Exchange Service). They offer student dormitories on a semester by semester basis. To receive a room allocation, please register on the OeAD student housing website.
Organising your own accommodation
Of course, you are also free to look for your own apartment or flatshare in Graz.
The following links may help with your search:
Student housing OEAD / Paul Ott
Student housing OEAD / Paul Ott
Student housing OEAD / Paul Ott
Accommodation in Kapfenberg
The department for International Relations will help you with your accommodation search at the Kapfenberg campus. Please email the contact on-site: international-kbg@fh-joanneum.at
Accommodation in Bad Gleichenberg
The department for International Relations will help you with your accommodation search at the Bad Gleichenberg campus. Please email the contact on-site: international-bgb@fh-joanneum.at
Orientation packages
We offer four different orientation packages to help you prepare for studying at FH JOANNEUM and assist you with the various administrative issues involved. Select the package that suits you best and register online:
Entry and residence in Austria
Nationals of EU/EEA countries or Switzerland do not need a visa and enjoy the freedom of domicile ("Niederlassungsfreiheit"). If you have sufficient financial means to finance your stay in Austria and valid health insurance covering all the necessary costs, you only need a valid travel document (passport or ID card) in order to enter and reside in Austria.
Nationals of non-EU/EEA countries studying in Austria for up to six months must file an application for a residence visa (Visum D) with the competent Austrian representative authority in their home country. It is not possible to apply for or renew your visa in Austria.
Nationals of non-EU/EEA countries studying in Austria for more than six months must file an application for a residence permit. If you are entitled to enter Austria without a visa you can file this application in Austria. If you are not entitled to enter Austria without a visa the application will be processed by the Austrian representative authority in your home country. As this procedure may take some time you should submit your application to the relevant authority at least three months prior to your planned entry to Austria.
You will find all relevant information about entry and residence requirements on the website of the Austrian Exchange Service (OeAD).