Capital city, Austria
Healthcare in Vienna: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Vienna
Excellent public and private care; EU visitors use the EHIC, others need insurance. Call 144 for an ambulance; 141 reaches an on-call doctor.
Hospitals for foreigners in Vienna
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| AKH Wien (Vienna General Hospital) | Largest university hospital; emergency care |
| Rudolfinerhaus | Private clinic with international services |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: €70–140 ($79–158) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Austria: Excellent public healthcare. EU visitors use the EHIC; others pay privately unless insured. Call 1450 for medical advice and 144 for an ambulance.
- Pharmacies: Painkillers and most medicines are sold only in an Apotheke; the night-duty rota is posted on every pharmacy door.
- Health spending: US$6,739 per person a year (2024); 5.5 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 133 · Ambulance 144 · Fire 122 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Vienna for foreigners?
AKH Wien (Vienna General Hospital): Largest university hospital; emergency care
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Vienna?
About €70–140 ($79–158) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Austria?
Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Austria
- Wiener Linien
- Vienna Airport
- Vienna Tourist Board
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