Convert license in Austria: 6 months, €363–€2,180

If you establish official residence (Hauptwohnsitz) in Austria, specific rules govern how long you can drive using a foreign license before converting to an Austrian driving license (Führerschein).

The 6-Month Expat Rule

• EU / EEA Licenses: Valid indefinitely in Austria until official expiration.
• Non-EU / Non-EEA Licenses: Valid for strictly 6 months from the date of establishing residence. Beyond 6 months, driving on an un-converted foreign license is legally treated as driving without a license.

Conversion Procedure Requirements

1. Application: Submit application at the local Police Authority (LPD) or District Commission (Bezirkshauptmannschaft).
2. Medical Examination (Amtsärztliches Gutachten): Mandatory medical assessment by a designated physician.
3. Practical Test: May be required depending on bilateral agreements with your home country.

Driving without a valid license beyond the 6-month window incurs fines starting from €363 up to €2,180.

Set an administrative conversion reminder in WrooWroo when relocating to Austria.