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President of Austria

President of Austria
PostFederal President
BodyAustria
InsigniaFlag of Austria (state).svg
Insigniasize150px
IncumbentHeinz Fischer
Incumbentsince6 July 2004
ResidenceHofburg Imperial Palace
TermlengthSix years
(renewable once;
terms may be consecutive)
Formation5 March 1919
20 December 1945
InauguralKarl Seitz
Karl Renner

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The President of Austria (German: Österreichischer Bundespräsident, literally "Austrian Federal President") is the federal head of state of Austria. Though theoretically entrusted with great power by the constitution, in practice the President acts, for the most part, merely as a ceremonial figurehead. The President of Austria is directly elected by universal adult suffrage once in every six years. His or her offices are located in the Leopoldine Wing of the Hofburg Imperial Palace, in Vienna.

Many former Presidents have gained tremendous popularity while in office, and no incumbent has ever lost a bid for re-election. Since 2004 the office has been occupied by Heinz Fischer.


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