Roderich Moore
@Rod604
English expat in Austria
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About me
English
Lives in Schladming
Speaks German, Englisch, a little French
Registration: 15 February 2011
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COVID-19 and expatriation in Austria by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Austria, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Good luck Frank with your job hunting either in Vorarlberg or Germany. You're not that far from Switzerland either - Zurich might be another place to look at (apart from the high cost of living) There is a comprehensive list of online forms you ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Austria by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Austria, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Due to Brexit and the high probability of a hard Brexit, we have been forced to decide to move back to the UK, as we are not prepared to be treated as third class citizens, where Romanians and Bulgarians are given priority for jobs, and we are ... Read More
Dual Austrian Citizen by New Law and moving there? by Amandaandco
My mother was born in Austria and escaped Hitler in 1938. I’m American, but as of a law passed last year, am eligible for dual Austrian citizenship later this year, as will be my children and grandchildren. We plan to apply for the dual ...
Trust your children! They will take it up very quickly! You have permission to live in one of the prettiest countries in the world! Vienna is one of the highest ranked cities for standard of living, if that is where your family lives. There is a ... Read More
Medication in Austria by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Austria ...
Medicines generally are more expensive in Austria if bought off prescription, so do not expect to buy Paracetamol for 18 cents (12), as you'll pay over €5! In Austria the Apotheke/apothecary have a monopoly, so NO medicines are available ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Austria by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Austria is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Yes, I do keep up with Austrian politics, and am fascinated by the possibility of a new Green-turquoise blue coalition (ÖVP/GPÖ) being formed. Here too though populism has entered the arena, which is dissapointing. As an English citizen I ... Read More
Organic products in Austria by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Austria, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
Organic products are called Bio in Austria, and are freely available in all major supermarkets, as well as BIPE and DM who also do organic ranges in cosmetics and cleaning solutions. A good brand to look out for is Frosch which are mostly organic. ... Read More
Payment methods in Austria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youÂ’re settled in Austria, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...
Austrians use a lot of cash, cards are not so popular. They do have Bankomat or Maestro cards which are shortly changing to Visa/Mastercard debit cards. Austrian banks are not keen on issuing credit cards. If they do to make online payments easier, ... Read More
CELTA courses and English language teaching jobs for an American by messydeer
Hello :-) I am an American living in Bellingham, WA. I have taken a couple TESOL courses at Western Washington University and am now looking for an online or in person program to attain a CELTA. The only one in Austria I've found is in Vienna. ...
Hi Dan! True, the only Celta course in Austria is available at BFI college in Schlachthausgasse Vienna, round the corner from the underground. You should be fluent in German if you wish to teach German speakers English, and jobs are only freely ... Read More
How do i register myself as a resident by turikgjf
hey, so could any one help on where to begin when moving from the UK to austria? I have a place to stay in austria already, so how do i register myself as a resident and then how do i sort health insurance out as i'm planning on learning german ...
Your English health card is valid in Austria if it is blue on the back for emergency treatment only. As soon as you have a job get an Austrian health card with internal chip like a credit card. Or go to your lical health authority and fib that the ... Read More
Speaking German in Austria by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking German is essential for a successful integration in Austria. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak German? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
Or the AMS offer free German courses at a local WIFI or BFI college if you are unemployed. Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Austria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Austria? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
If your mobile phone is connected to any WiFi/WLAN service you can use apps such as WhatsApp or Viber which would include free video calling. Facebook Messenger and Facebook itself is another free method. We also make international calls on the ... Read More
Paying bills in Austria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Austria? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Electricity bills are paid monthly by direct debit. Oil heating paid via direct debit monthly. Service charge on the property usually includes this. Austrians prefer monthly debit payments. If you receive a bill for a full amount, you are expected ... Read More
Austria's most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Austria? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are the ...
By far the most expensive cities would be Salzburg and Vienna, followed by Innsbruck. Then perhaps Graz and Klagenfurt. Rents would be lower in Graz and Klagenfurt. Food prices are the same through Austria - 20% more than in Germany for example, ... Read More
What does this salary mean? by hzs90
Dear all, Maybe people already asked it, but let me do it again please. I am looking for jobs in IT / engineer fields. They always mention the minimum wage in the job description. For example: "Wage starting from EUR 50,000 gross, according ...
Hi HZS 90! Austrian wages are dictated by a Kollektivvertrag- a joint agreement with the relative union and the employers. Yes there is an increase in years of experience, and you would need to research exactly what the Kollektivvertrag says about ... Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Austria? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Austria? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there any ...
The unemployment agency are the first place to start really. Recruitment agency costs are probably high and also demand a commission. I had trouble finding a job. My age and experience was a huge hurdle to overcome, having been in retail for over 30 ... Read More