Austria uses the euro. Credit cards are accepted in hotels, major restaurants and stores, but less in small shops and cafes, so carry some cash. No service charge is included in Austrian bills, and Austrian guests usually round up or tip about 5 to 10 percent. Electricity is 220 volts AC.
At a glance
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Tipping
No service charge included. Austrian guests round up or tip about 5 to 10 percent
Cards
Accepted in hotels, major restaurants and stores. Less in small shops and cafes
Electricity
220 V AC
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Money
Money and forex (EUR)
Rules checked 22 Oct 2026
austria.info says Austria is in the eurozone. Banknotes are 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 euros, and coins are 1 and 2 euros and 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents.
Cash and cards
austria.info says credit cards are accepted in hotels, major restaurants and stores, but are used less in small shops, cafes and grocery stores, and it recommends checking with the venue beforehand. It also recommends always having some cash on hand for small purchases, and carrying only small amounts in case of theft.
ATMs and fees
austria.info says cash can be withdrawn from ATMs 24 hours a day, with Maestro, MasterCard, American Express, Visa and Diners cards accepted, though fees may apply. Check your card issuer's ATM fee policy and any ATM operator charge shown before confirming. If the ATM offers currency conversion, review its exchange rate and markup separately and choose whether to accept it. Sources: Mastercard, Frequently Asked Questions (ATM fees); Visa, Dynamic Currency Conversion.
Backup plan
Carry a second card and a little cash in euros.
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The Austrian National Tourist Office notes that Austrian bills do not include a service charge, and that Austrian guests usually round up or give about 5 to 10 percent for good service.
Can I pay by card everywhere?
austria.info says credit cards are accepted in hotels, major restaurants and stores, but less in small shops, cafes and grocery stores. Carry some cash.
