Overview
In Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia on the Wörthersee, Honorary Consul Mag. Otmar Petschnig has represented French interests since 2008. The consulate serves Austria's southernmost state – a region whose Mediterranean-influenced climate, lakes, and proximity to Italy and Slovenia attract French tourists seeking Alpine-Mediterranean experiences. Carinthia's position as a gateway between Central Europe and the Adriatic facilitates French business connections with southeastern European markets.Read moreRead less
Consular Services
The honorary consulate provides authentication services (Beglaubigungsbefugnis) but no passport or visa authority. For full consular services, contact the French Consular Section in Vienna.
Service Area
Serves Carinthia (Kärnten).