Where to Donate Clothes in Vienna
Here’s our guide on where and how you can donate clothing, household items, and even furniture to support those in need.
How Austria’s New Deposit System for Drink Containers Works
The deposit applies to all single-use PET plastic bottles, aluminium cans and glass containers displaying the official deposit logo.
How to Take Parental Leave in Austria
How to take parental leave and claim childcare allowance in Austria, whether you’re employed or self-employed.
How To Find Domestic Violence Support in Vienna
Find immediate support for domestic violence in Vienna. Access helplines, shelters, legal aid, and other services to assist women and girls affected by violence. Get help now.
How to Sort Garbage in Vienna
Find out about waste categories, deposit rules (Pfand), and where to recycle hazardous items like batteries and electronics.
Repair Bonus Expanded to Cover All Bicycles
Under the scheme, 50% of the repair costs can be reimbursed, and a service or maintenance check may be subsidised by up to €30.
Subsidy for Buying Transport and Folding Bicycles
The maximum amount is €900 for electric transport bikes and €500 for electric folding bikes; businesses and municipalities can also apply.
Austria Introduces Home Renovation Bonus
The scheme applies from March 1 this year, with the bonus capped at €2,000 for 2024 and €1,500 for 2025. Only one application per person is allowed.
Austria to Cut Single-Doctor Clinics
The Austrian Medical Association voices concern as the country’s Health Insurance Fund unveils plans to to phase out single-doctor practices in favour of collaborative healthcare units.
