Mistakes expats make in Austria

Post new topic

Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP05 April 2017 09:32:19

42358

Hello everyone,

Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Austria? What were they?

How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them?

With hindsight, what would you do differently?

Are there any tips you could give future expats in Austria to help them avoid these kinds of mistakes?

We look forward to hearing from you!

Priscilla

SimCityAT Expert

Member since 08 April 2014

SimCityATExpert07 April 2017 09:22:51

11508

When moving to a new country it really is recommended that you do some research beforehand, most people do but as I moved to Austria for love, I was a bit lazy in researching there.

A lot of places don't take debit or credit cards, so make sure you have a pocketful of cash.

If you are used to 24H shops forget it in Austria, there are none. Shops are closed on a *Sundays and public holidays, so make sure you know what times the shops are open in your area and when the holidays are if you are low on food in the cupboards. Of course, petrol stations have small shops attached to them that sell some basics, but that comes with a price.

*If you live in a major city that has an airport and main train hubs, you will find a regular supermarket open till 10pm on holidays and Sundays.

fjblau Member

Member since 11 February 2017

fjblauMember26 April 2017 12:34:45

And you can't get Root Beer anywhere!!!

Articles to help you in your expat project in Austria

Relocating to Austria with your pets
Austria is known to be a very pet-friendly country, and most house owners have various of them. So there ...
Relocating to Austria
To make your move to Austria as smooth as possible, take the time to plan and prepare for your move. ...
Accommodation in Vienna
Like in any other big city, you will find various types of rental options in and surrounding the centre of Vienna. ...
Accommodation in Austria
There is a wide range of accommodation options available in Austria, from apartments and houses for rent to ...
The tax system in Austria
Tax revenue is a crucial element of the Austrian economy and plays a significant role in funding essential ...
Choosing your neighborhood in Vienna
Vienna might seem like a rather scenic and calm city with its beautiful historical buildings and classy looks. ...
Moving to Austria with children
There are several international schools in Austria, located mainly in Vienna and Salzburg. These schools provide a ...
Accidents and emergencies in Austria
It is important to be prepared and aware of the available resources in case of an emergency or when needing ...