U.S. Embassy in Austria

Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Vienna:

• 1^st District- Heldenplatz marching counterflow on Ring Road – Final Event scheduled for 18:00 at Ballhausplatz. 
• 1^st District- Museums Quartier 12:00pm – 8:00pm
• 1st District– Rathaus
• 1st District- Stadtpark
• 1st District- Staatsoper (State Opera) 12:00pm – 8:00pm
• 1st District- Schwarzenbergplatz 1:00pm – 6:0pm
• 1st District- Platz der Menschenrechte (Human Rights Square) 2:45pm – 6:00pm

Event: There is an expected demonstration against COVID-19 lockdowns for the unvaccinated and mandatory vaccinations for some professions. Thousands of protesters are expected. Counter protests are to be expected.

Actions to take:

• Avoid the areas of demonstration.
• Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Keep a low profile.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Vienna
  +43 1 313-39-7535
  +43 1 313-39-0 (after hours)
• ConsulateVienna@state.gov
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Austria Country Information
• Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.

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