Overview
The Embassy of Burkina Faso in Vienna is the diplomatic mission to Austria and also serves as the Permanent Mission to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Vienna. It works to strengthen relations between Burkina Faso and Austria and represents the country's interests in the multilateral sphere.
Visa Services
The embassy provides visa services for Austrian citizens and residents traveling to Burkina Faso. The Honorary Consulate General at Mittelgasse 16, 1062 Vienna (Tel: +43 1 597 97 35, email: konsulat-burkinafaso@oejab.at) has no visa authority. The Honorary Consul General is Mr. Eduard Schuessler.
Consular Services
The consular section assists Burkinabè citizens in Austria, as well as in Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, which are also under its jurisdiction. Services include passport applications, legalizations, and other administrative support. The Honorary Consulate General (no authentication or passport authority) serves Vienna, Burgenland, Styria, Carinthia, Salzburg, Upper Austria, and Vorarlberg.Read moreRead less
Trade & Export Support
The embassy promotes economic and commercial ties between Burkina Faso and Austria. It provides information on business opportunities in Burkina Faso, particularly in the fields of renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and infrastructure.
Investment Opportunities
The embassy highlights investment opportunities in Burkina Faso, connecting potential Austrian investors with the country's investment promotion agency and providing information on strategic sectors.
Business Support
The embassy supports entrepreneurs and investors by providing guidance on the business climate in Burkina Faso and facilitating contacts with relevant economic institutions.
Cultural & Educational Programs
The embassy is active in promoting Burkinabè culture in Austria. It participates in cultural events and supports initiatives that foster cultural exchange and dialogue.
Service Area
The embassy serves Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. The Honorary Consulate General serves Vienna, Burgenland, Styria, Carinthia, Salzburg, Upper Austria, and Vorarlberg.
Appointment Information
It is advisable to contact the embassy to schedule an appointment for consular services to ensure timely assistance. Contact information and opening hours are available on the official website.
Special Notes
The embassy's dual role as a bilateral mission to Austria and a multilateral mission to the UN in Vienna makes it a key diplomatic post for Burkina Faso. The Honorary Consulate General has no authentication, passport, or visa authority.