https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/tags/e-card/Recent content in E-Card on PassphotoLabsHugoenMon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/blog/ecard-photo-requirements-austria/Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/blog/ecard-photo-requirements-austria/<p>Since the gradual introduction starting in 2019 and the nationwide rollout in 2023, the Austrian e-card features a photo. This is designed to prevent misuse and make identification at medical appointments easier. But what are the requirements for the e-card photo? And how does it differ from a standard passport photo? This article has all the answers.</p> <h2 id="what-is-the-e-card">What Is the e-card?</h2> <p>The e-card is Austria&rsquo;s social insurance card. It serves as proof of your health insurance and is required at every doctor&rsquo;s visit, hospital stay, or pharmacy visit. Since the update, it contains:</p>