While many people living in Austria make exceptionally high salaries, especially compared to other less affluent…
Author: Michelle Topham
I'm a journalist, and the founder of Oh My Vienna. I have been living in Vienna since 2016 as an immigrant, because 'expat' is just a fancy word that means exactly that.
Austrian population increases in first six months of 2022 by more than 82,000 people
In some of the latest information released by Statistics Austria, it appears the Austrian population increased…
How many Austrians were killed in World War II? A huge number compared to population size
How many Austrians, both military personnel and civilians, were killed in World War II? I am…
How many British citizens live in Austria? More or fewer than you think?
As a Brit living in Austria myself, I am always interested to meet other British citizens…
Do you need a PCR test to visit Vienna, Austria in August, 2022 and beyond?
One of the things would-be travelers to Vienna, Austria are still asking is “Do you need…
€150 energy voucher in Austria not easy to get for some — here’s why
The new €150 energy voucher in Austria, ie: the €150 credit on the annual electricity bill,…
What language is spoken in Austria? Does the country have only one official language?
Now, while you may think it is obvious what language is spoken in Austria, it depends…
EU passport scan system and ETIAS travel permit for non-EU citizens delayed until 2023
The new EU passport scan system (aka Entry/Exit System or EES), which was expected to be…
Covid quarantine in Austria no longer required for asymptomatic people as of August, 2022
If you test positive for Covid in Austria, as of August, you are no longer required…
Best pharmacy in Vienna, Austria? Apotheke zum Papst in Ottakring is my choice
Sure, I could start this article by telling you about the “The Best Pharmacy in Vienna,…
Can you drink tap water in Austria? You might be surprised
When it comes to one of the many things I love about living in Austria, one…
Violence against women in Austria – at least 20% of women have been victims of violence
While the crime rate in Austria is low compared to countries like the United States and…
Where to buy vitamins in Vienna, Austria and the cost compared to U.S. and UK
If you are in Vienna, Austria or planning on being here soon, one of the things…
What is Austrian government doing about coming Russian gas shortage?
As if high inflation, high gas (petrol) prices and the threat of more mask mandates and…