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Sick: report sick leave

Official name: Organise sick-leave administration

Krankenstand means you are sick and cannot work. Then you have to inform some offices. Here you see whom to inform and when.

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Steps
4 key steps, up to 12 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
ÖGK
Costs
none named in the sources
Online
possible for 1 of 12 steps
What applies to you?How it worksFrequently asked questionsSourcesSimilar plans

How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1See a doctorA doctor checks whether you can work. They also write down how long you are sick.Key step
    Why?
    Only the doctor can confirm your sick leave. This app cannot do that.
    What you do
    Go to your doctor. Is a confirmation missing? Or do you need it for earlier days? Then ask there.
    Where?
    Treating doctorDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Clarify medical certification

    The medical service determines incapacity and dates. Ask about missing or retrospective evidence; this navigator does not diagnose or certify sick leave.

    SourceKrankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise
    Krankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise

    Arbeiterkammer · retrieved on 09/10/2026

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  2. 2Tell your employer you can't workYour employer is the company or person you work for. You tell them that you cannot work.Key step
    Why?
    Your employer must know right away. But you do not have to name your illness.
    What you do
    Get in touch without delay, for example by call or message. Write down how and when you got in touch.
    Where?
    EmployerDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Notify your employer of inability to work

    Notify your employer promptly. Record the notification method for yourself; you do not have to disclose the specific diagnosis.

    SourceKrankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise
    Krankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise

    Arbeiterkammer · retrieved on 09/10/2026

    Open original source
  3. 3Send the sick note if askedThe Krankenstandsbestätigung is a paper from the doctor. It shows that you are sick.Key step
    Why?
    Your employer can ask for this confirmation. This is possible from the first day of sickness.
    What you do
    You do not have the confirmation? Then first ask the doctor. Ask your employer how to send it.
    Where?
    Employer / ärztliche StelleDirectly with the named service

    What you need

    • Sick-leave certificate for the employer
      Document explained

      Start, expected duration and cause of inability to work; no specific diagnosis for the employer.

      Requirement
      Required when applicable
      Submission format
      Clarify format with the service
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceKrankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise
      Krankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise

      Arbeiterkammer · retrieved on 09/10/2026

      Open original source
    In detail

    Provide the requested sick-leave certificate

    A certificate can be requested from the first day. Contact the medical service for missing evidence and agree delivery with your employer.

    SourceKrankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise
    Krankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise

    Arbeiterkammer · retrieved on 09/10/2026

    Open original source
  4. 4Tell the ÖGK you are well againThe Gesundmeldung means you say that you are healthy again. It goes to the ÖGK, your health insurance.Key step
    Why?
    This way your sick leave ends properly. Note: you must report to the AMS separately.
    What you do
    This works through your doctor. Or you contact the ÖGK directly.
    Where?
    ÖGK / ärztliche StelleDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Arrange outstanding recovery notification with ÖGK

    Arrange recovery notification through your medical service or directly with ÖGK. Reporting your return to AMS is separate.

    SourceKrankenstand und Gesundmeldung
    Krankenstand und Gesundmeldung

    Österreichische Gesundheitskasse · retrieved on 09/10/2026

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Depending on your situation, this is added

  • Report sick to the AMS
  • Ask the ÖGK about your foreign sick note
  • Report a move within Austria first
  • Ask permission before going abroad
  • Check back in with the AMS
  • Apply again at the AMS after long illness
  • Sort out other insurance or self-employment
  • Get advice if you are dismissed
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

Do you work for an employer, are you with AMS, or something else?

What is meant? Do you work for a company? Or are you registered with the AMS? The AMS helps people look for work.

Which situation applies to you?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

1 of 12 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

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What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceKrankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise
Krankenstand: Meldung und Nachweise

Arbeiterkammer · retrieved on 09/10/2026

Open original source
SourceMeldepflichten und Wiedermeldung
Meldepflichten und Wiedermeldung

AMS · retrieved on 11/10/2026

As of, according to the source: 08.07.2026

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SourceAusländische Krankmeldungen
Ausländische Krankmeldungen

Österreichische Sozialversicherung / ÖGK · retrieved on 09/10/2026

Open original source
SourceKrankenstand und Gesundmeldung
Krankenstand und Gesundmeldung

Österreichische Gesundheitskasse · retrieved on 09/10/2026

Open original source
SourceKrankenversicherung bei Arbeitslosigkeit
Krankenversicherung bei Arbeitslosigkeit

Arbeitsmarktservice · retrieved on 09/10/2026

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