Smart Border Austria completes digital switchover, mandatory e-customs processes from 1 October
Austria publishes 23-September update on ‘Smart Border Austria’ roll-out, confirms nationwide switch to fully digital customs crossing from 1 October
Austrian Parliament opens new session with focus on labour market and support measures for displaced Ukrainians
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Media spotlight on new job ban for refugees who appeal asylum decisions
Der Standard profiles real cases affected by Austria’s new policy that bars asylum seekers in appeal from renewing work permits. Officials confirm 1,400 people are at risk; business sectors warn of labour shortages. The media attention may influence upcoming parliamentary scrutiny of the law.
Germany updates travel & safety advisory for Austria, highlights ongoing Schengen internal border checks
Germany’s Foreign Office re-issued its Austria travel advisory on 23 September, underlining that Austria continues to run internal Schengen border checks and that road users may face delays. The notice also flags a high terrorism alert level and infrastructure issues such as the single-lane Brenner motorway. Corporate travel planners should inform employees of possible wait times at land borders and ensure compliance with vignette rules.