🇦🇹 Austria
Regulatory Overview
Austria implements EU waste shipment regulation under Regulation (EU) 2024/1157 through the federal ministry and regional (Länder) authorities. Transboundary waste shipments involving Austria are supervised by the Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) and the competent regional bodies. Procedures are coordinated with other Member States in accordance with the regulation.
Competent Authorities
| Authority | Role |
|---|---|
| Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) | National coordination and policy. |
| Regional (Länder) environmental authorities | Permitting, notification review, and enforcement. |
| Customs authorities | Border control and shipment verification. |
Official authority: BMK – Federal Ministry — Waste shipment supervision is conducted through the ministry and the competent regional authority. The department responsible for waste shipment notifications varies by Land; operators should contact the relevant regional authority.
National Waste Shipment Procedures
Austria implements the EU notification procedure (prior written notification and consent) for waste subject to Annex IV and the Annex VII procedure for green-listed waste. Movement documents and facility reception and completion certificates are required as set out in the regulation. Operators interact with the competent authority through official channels; procedures may be digital or hybrid depending on the Land and type of shipment.
DIWASS Implementation Status
Austria is preparing for mandatory use of the EU Digital Waste Shipment System (DIWASS). The access pathway for operators may be the DIWASS graphical interface or a national system interconnected with DIWASS, as determined by the competent authority. Operators should confirm registration and access requirements with the relevant regional or federal authority.
Official Resources
- Federal Ministry (BMK) — Environment, waste, and circular economy.
- Regional (Länder) environment authorities — Consult the competent authority for your region for notification submission and guidance.
Typical Waste Shipments
| Waste Type | Typical Flow |
|---|---|
| Metal scrap | Export or import for recycling within the EU |
| Plastic waste | Regional recycling flows |
| Paper and cardboard | Cross-border recycling |
Key Compliance Requirements
- Correct classification of waste streams.
- Notification approval and consent where required before shipment.
- Financial guarantees for notified shipments where applicable.
- Use of authorised recovery or disposal facilities.
- Complete movement documentation and Annex VII documentation for green-listed waste.
Related ESR Guides
- Understanding DIWASS Requirements
- Waste Shipment Notification Procedure
- How to Complete Annex VII Documentation
Regulatory Note
Waste shipment procedures may vary depending on the type of waste and shipment route. Operators should consult the competent authority in the country of export, import, and transit for specific procedural requirements.