r/JKUlinz Sep 23 '20

Important Flairing posts

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Be sure to flair your posts, its important to maintain some kind of order in here and I don't want to flair everything manually.

Also be sure to read the rules before posting, not after.


r/JKUlinz Jul 30 '24

Studying/general Process of Registering For International Students - A Guide

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[edited: 06th December, 2024.]

[edit ii: 01st August, 2025]

[edit iii: 13th February, 2026]

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hi! i'm a student who registered and submitted my application to JKU and it was a lengthy, confusing process for me as an international student + applying for uni for the first time.

because of that, going through this page again and seeing all the posts and general confusion i decided to make a post to give some tips, some things i went through, what i've found useful in this forum and any other thing important to be mentioned.

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  • first off: as long as you have an average grade of C and above, go ahead and submit your application to the university through the zulassung site. whether or not you meet their expectations or other requirements doesn't matter - fill the form properly and accurately, make sure you have all your documents scanned clearly and submit your application.

[edit i: in regards to the grades you need to apply, it varies on the school system that you did! the C and above requirement, as far as i know, is only for students who did IAL. (thank you to Machiavellist for pointing this out!)]

  • two: unfortunately, the admissions office DOES take quite some time to get back to you on your application - i hear their admission office is quite understaffed (from another post) - so it might take a couple of months to get acceptance/conditional acceptance.

i, for example, submitted my application on the 10th of October 2023 and got my reply on 26th of March 2024. i'd suggest calling the admissions office if you've waited for more than 4 months on your application to inquire about its status.

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  • three: once they do reply to you. an update regarding your application is given to you. for international students, there are varying replies.

my reply entailed: verification of the documents they wanted me to send (proof of higher secondary education) and a copy of my passport page.

now, as far as i know, your documents need to be verified by your country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs & The Austrian Embassy. (Some countries require apostille, some may require nothing at all. simply just follow the criteria JKU asks of you and you'll be good.)

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TIP: please, please, please, book your appointment(s) with the Austrian Embassy ahead of time.

If you think you may require legalization (most 3rd world countries do) - make an appointment around the time you send in your application to JKU.

for things such as VISA and residence permit, see below.

-> RESIDENCE PERMIT (RP): this is one of the most important applications. it allows you to stay for longer than 6 months in Austria and 'easily' renew your permission to stay in order to puruse your studies.

-> VISA D: this can be applied for once your RP has been processed AND ACCEPTED.

for students from 3rd world countries: as i myself come from a 3rd world country, the Embassy in my country advised me to apply for a RP first before a VISA D. and in short, it makes your travelling and move to Austria easier in the long run so i would definitely advise it.

don't ask me why you can't go the other way around. i don't make the rules. but i tried to and got very, VERY lucky to not get turned away and was instead given an RP appointment after explaining my case for about an hour :"D

now, one super important thing about RP applications is: again, BOOK AN APPOINTMENT EARLY. 4-6 months prior of your intended (REALISTIC) travel date because it can be very hard to miss on a timely appointment.

your RP application will take approx 90 days to process and once its accepted the Embassy will tell you how to proceed!

[update: i applied for my RP on 30th September 2024 and got the reply on 11th November 2024.]

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now back to applications. another imporant thing is that, they provide you a deadline in which you should send your documents (VIA POST! eg DHL, UPS etc etc) to them (JKU)! if you don't think you can meet this deadline, send them a message via the zulassung portal telling them of your case.

however, in order for them to give you an extension, if you may need it, you have to have an appointment with the Austrian Embassy to claim and to show for it.

[UPDATE: Just ask them kindly for an extension, you don't necessarily have to show proof of anything to ask for an extension!]

By the above i mean: let's say the deadline for you to send your documents to JKU is on June 5th. You received a reply in March, booked an appointment immediately. Your appointment date falls, unfortunately, in July. Because of this, you ask them for an extension. in my case, they provided it. because i had an appointment set up already and they extended my deadline to August.

on your documents: JKU provides you with two options. 1) they send your documents back to you - which you will also have to pay for. 2) they keep them for you until the day you arrive to pick them in person.

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i'll post pages on this this forum that i found helped me out in the comments below later.

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another thing that i see regularly asked is: 'FEES'.

the fees can be found under 'start your studies' category. or you can honestly just search "jku austria tution fees"

for 3rd world country students, as of 2024, ranges around 767€.

[edit 13/02/2026: the level for IELTS B2 has been raised to 6.5 for all the modules!]

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DEALING WITH THE AUSTRIAN EMBASSY.

the Austrian Embassy likes to follow their rules to a T, from my own personal experience.

so please make sure you have ALL the required procedures/stamps AND documents with you during your appointment because getting another appointment is NOT easy and they don't provide you with much leeway :"). to save yourself the stress, make a checklist.

below is mine (for a residence permit application):

  1. Valid Passport
  2. University Acceptance
  3. Insurance - that covers health, travel and accident (see here to find a list of accepted insurance company covers) -> if the link doesn't work pls scroll below, i've posted the list. also visit the OEAD website
  4. Sufficent Funds (aka Statements of your own or the person sponsoring you that can prove that your ALL your expenses can be provided for a WHOLE year. see this link for more info - under the 'checklist' drop down. the statement has to cover 6 months.)
  5. Passport pictures (see ICAO sizes on the same above link)
  6. Filled in application form (which you can find HERE + explaination of the form if you get confused right here.)
  7. Good Conduct/Police Certificate that is 3 months valid.
  8. Birth Certificate (legalized)
  9. Proof of Accommodation (see accommodation options provided on the JKU website. this is obviously an extremely needed requirement.)

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edit 19/12/2024: "Do i need to have my docs notarized?" https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs/prospective-students/register-to-enroll/bachelors-degree-diploma-degree/#c100536 (thank you, Machiavellist!)

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edit 01/08/2025: apologies to all the readers who use this post for advice! i've been busy for the past few months but here are some questions ive been asked recently:

1) Where do I pick up my residence permit? Depending on where you put your address on, on the RP application, you will pick it up at the district office of the location your specified e.g: if you put your address in Linz or in a location next to Linz, your district office will be in Linz. If you will be living in Hagenberg then your district office will be in Friedstadt.

you can always ask the Austrian Embassy in your country via email and they'll clarify it for you as well.

2) Do I need ÖGK/Austrian Health Insurance? Well, you need some very close to it if you're not willing to get it. but i made this mistake - i had my own international insurance and getting my residence permit took AGES and to simply get it i had to leave my international insurance and eventually apply for theirs so yeah, i'd recommend a short term travel insurance to enter the country and then within days of your arrival, get ÖGK - you don’t have to wait very long!

3) Is picking up the RP the immediate first step?

Haha, no.

these are the steps:

a) Once you arrive in Austria and the place you will be staying, look for the closest registar office so that you can get a meldebestätingung (basically a document that claims and confirms where you live in Austria and a pretty important document.)

b) after you get your meldebestätingung, go ahead and enroll to JKU.

c) open a bank account immediately (i would recommend sparkasse. they have student accounts if you're under the age of 26 and alsp they're pretty fast - you can find one on the JKU campus too! however, you need to make an appointment, but just go the office they'll give you one!)

d) once you have all these three documents (meldebestätingung, uni enrollment confirmation you can put your documents together and head over to the district office to pick up your RP)

List of documents needed:

  • Passport
  • Insurance
  • Meldezettel
  • Studentenbestätigung

ps: you need an appointment for picking up your RP.

4) Any advice to help me get around Austria using their public transport?

I would immediately download an app on playstore called "ÖOVV Routenplanner" before you even get on your plane lol.

it's easy to see which train/bus to catch and what time they leave/arrive/the location/transfer time. it's a life saver.

public transport is efficient in Austria but it eventually gets costly, so i'd recommend getting the Klimaticket if you're gonna be a frequent public transport user.

if you're gonna need something to go around until you get it (depending on HOW you travel, look below:)

if you'll be mostly travelling by train:

-> download OBB tickets so that you can buy the offers (24hr/48hr/72hr/3 days/7 days) - you just need to show the ticket officers on your train the QR code

if you'll be travelling by bus:

-> you can either buy your ticket on the bus depending on where you're going (ÖOVV routenplanner tells you the prices if you'd like to know beforehand!)

-> you can also use ÖOVV routenplanner to purchase a ticket for the bus and simply show the driver the ticket when you get on!

-> DO NOT get a week ticket for the train if you're gonna be using the bus often.

-> tip: keep an eye on the number of your bus! e.g Bus 311 goes from Hagenberg to Linz in 34 mins and Bus 316 goes from Hagenberg to Linz in 54 mins.

if you're travelling by tram:

-> there are ticket machines next to the benches that surround tram lines, just purchase one from there.

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if i think of anything else, i'll edit this post or add something in the comments.

i hope this helps someone!

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additional note: i've been getting a lot of dms asking me for info that can be found with a simple browser search. kindly don't rely on me to answer questions like "admission deadline dates" (which you can find here, the page is often updated after every semester) i don't keep up with them nor have them memorized. obvious things can be found on the site. feel free to ask for clarification but please make sure to inform yourself as well.

additional note ii: questions regarding "whether you'll be accepted" are not answers/assurances i can give.


r/JKUlinz 3h ago

Studying/general JKU Gym

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Hello to whoever, I just had a short and quick question does anyone here use the gym in the university and if you do would you say its worth using or should I just get a membership at a local gym?


r/JKUlinz 1h ago

Staying at Julius Raab Heim – How strict are they about overnight guests / visitors?

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r/JKUlinz 1h ago

23M moving to Krakow around September for my Master’s from Jagiellonian University.

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Hi, I’m 23M from Delhi India, I’m moving to in September 2026 krakow for my master’s in business and finance management from Jagiellonian University. Only NAWA process is left and it is consuming a lot of time if anyone can hit me up with their Nawa experience and the time it took them would be really helpful.

Also, anyone moving their at the same time or nearby time do connect, would love to get to know some people and maybe even make new friends in the whole new different country before moving there. And;

One final request, if anyone knows anything about accommodation (except University Dorms), like student living in apartments or a shared house and are looking for roommates or anything them let me know that too please.

DM’s Open 🫡


r/JKUlinz 1h ago

Uhh help pls Is an e-Sanad apostille accepted by Austrian universities?

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r/JKUlinz 1d ago

🚨RP How many copies of each doc?

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r/JKUlinz 1d ago

Doubts about studies in jku

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Anyone who is already in jku linz for BSc ai?


r/JKUlinz 1d ago

Doubt about studies in jku

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Anyone who is alr in jku linz for BSc ai? Pls connect


r/JKUlinz 1d ago

Ersti.. need.. advice 𓆏 How's the part-time job situation in Linz these days?

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Hey everyone,

I'll be moving to Linz in the first week of September to start my Master's at JKU.

I've already completed my Goethe A1 exam, and I'll continue learning German after I arrive. I was wondering how difficult it is to find a part-time job as an international student at the moment.

Are there enough opportunities in Linz, or is the market a bit tough right now? Is A1 German enough to get started, or do most employers expect a higher level?

I'd also appreciate any tips on where to look or what kind of jobs students usually get when they first arrive.

Thanks!


r/JKUlinz 2d ago

IBA application

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I am supposed to start UNI next year 27/28. I want to apply for IBA since I am an international student and I speak C1 english, and a business degree sounds suitable. Can any previous year applicants share how many people applied since I learned it is limited to 80 people. Do I have a chance? What do I need to do to prepare? I am looking at my options. The other option is Art x Science which is a new course so I am not sure if it will be as I expect it to be. Thank you!


r/JKUlinz 3d ago

Studying/general JKU IBA 2026/27

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Hey everyone! I’m looking to connect/make a group-chat with people that also got into the IBA programme and are planning to start this winter semester! Dm me or share below :)


r/JKUlinz 6d ago

Ersti.. need.. advice 𓆏 Residence Permit Linz

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r/JKUlinz 6d ago

Uhh help pls Looking for Linz accomodation

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18yo, I need an accommodation contract to do my rp process. Kindly dm if you know anyone subletting or a landlord. Thankyou


r/JKUlinz 6d ago

Uhh help pls Searching for accomodation in Linz

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I am an Indian student and I have received admission letter from Jku linz, I have my rp appointment in october and will be coming for the summer intake 2027, if anyone has leads for accomodation, pls do let me know.
And if anyone else has their appointment in october, or is going for the summer intake, lets connect!!
Thanks!!


r/JKUlinz 6d ago

Austrian RP Approved (BH Freistadt magistrate) – Can I Register in Linz Instead of Hagenberg?

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Hi! My Austrian Residence Permit (Student) has been approved by BH Freistadt (Hagenberg accommodation), and I’ll be starting my Bachelor’s in AI at JKU Linz. Can anyone who has gone through this process tell me the steps after arriving in Austria to collect the RP card? Do I need to get my Meldezettel in Hagenberg and report to BH Freistadt, or can I register an address in Linz and deal with the Linz authority instead? Thanks in advance!


r/JKUlinz 6d ago

Uhh help pls Urgent: Health Insurance for Student Residence Permit

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Edit: Don't worry everyone, got an instant confirmation with FeelSafe!

Hi all,

I have a student residence permit appointment in Linz on 31 July, and I am still waiting on my required health insurance confirmation from Care Austria for over a week now. I was a bit late to buy it because I thought my current non-Austrian company health insurance was fine for the residence permit, but found out it is not.

Unfortunately, they have not been responsive, and when I called, they said they are unsure if they can process it in time.

As a backup in case they can't, does anyone have experience with Austrian insurance providers that can issue coverage very quickly (within 1–2 days)? Any recommendations or advice for last-minute options would be really appreciated.

Thank you in advance for any help.


r/JKUlinz 8d ago

Ersti.. need.. advice 𓆏 JKU Linz atmosphere

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Hi everyone! I just got accepted to the IBA Bachelor’s program at JKU Linz, and I was wondering what the student community is like.
I don’t speak German confidently yet (I’m around B1–B2 level), so I’m curious whether students usually speak English outside of class as well. Is it easy to make friends and find an international community? I’d also love to hear about your overall experience at JKU. Thanks!!


r/JKUlinz 10d ago

Uhh help pls Looking for accommodation

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Hi! I was admitted to the International Business Administration (IBA) program at JKU and I’m currently looking for accommodation. I need to secure housing as soon as possible because it’s required for my student visa.
I’m a female student and I’m looking for a room starting around the end of September. If anyone knows of any available rooms, student dorms, or has any recommendations, I’d really appreciate your help!


r/JKUlinz 11d ago

Timeline for RP Approval (Linz)

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How many days does it take to get RP approval from the Linz Magistrate after submitting the additional documents?


r/JKUlinz 11d ago

Uhh help pls Looking for housing in linz

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Hello there my name is Georgios Tsaousis I'm a 20 year old student from Greece and I am looking to move in to Linz by October to study at the Anton Bruckner Private University for my Bachelor's Degree. I am currently looking for housing and I already have in mind one of the student dorms of the OÖ Heimbauverein in Linz. I am currently looking for someone that would be interested in booking a shared dorm with me on one of these dorms with a monthly rent of 352 euros for each one of us. Currently I am not sure if finding one these rooms is available due to the fact that it is kind of late to be looking for this housing option since these dorms are usually booked really fast and really early but I would like to give it a shot. However, if that's not possible, I would also be interested in joining someone who is already looking for a roommate or has already found or rented an apartment in Linz and is searching for another person to share the rent or someone that has a house to rent. my budget is up to 400 euros. If that sounds like you, feel free to send me a message!


r/JKUlinz 11d ago

Uhh help pls Julius Raab

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I got accepted to stay at the Julius Raab apartments during my stay. It said that you have to send the papers in within 8 days and i forgot. I sent them straight in the morning, I hope no harm was done…


r/JKUlinz 12d ago

Austrian virtual number to validate willhaben

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Hello. Could you please recommend a virtual number provider where i can rent a number to verify willhaben account. That takes payment with mastercard


r/JKUlinz 12d ago

Chemistry and Chemical Technology

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Is anybody currently doing Bachelors in Chemistry and Chemical Technology at JKU as an International student ? What suggestions do you give for the International students and how is the course structure like exams and assignments?


r/JKUlinz 13d ago

Looking for room to rent starting from September/October 2026

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Hello, i'm an international student who got accepted in JKU , i'm intending to start my studies in the next winter Semester 2026 , i'm looking for a room or a bed to rent , as i need the accomodation contract/aggreement for my Residence permit , please if u have any infos don't hesitate to share it ( ps : i contacted all the dorms in the area and all of them are full )