Any fees are to be made in cash.
The stamp proves that the applicant has sufficient funds. If the applicant has arranged private accommodation, a letter of invitation has to be submitted. This letter should be legalised or notarised by the local competent authorities in Austria. This form can be obtained either at the Austrian Embassy or at local authorities in Austria and must be notarised in Austria. The original as well as a copy of this document must be submitted together with the application form.