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Chancellor of Austria
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| Chancellor of the Republic of Austria | |
|---|---|
 Coat of arms | |
| Residence | Ballhausplatz 2 |
| Appointer |
Heinz Fischer, as President of Austria |
| Term length | No term limit |
| Inaugural holder |
Karl Renner, 12 November 1918 |
| Formation |
First Austrian Republic, 12 November 1918 |
| Website | www.bundeskanzler.at |
The Federal Chancellor is the head of government in Austria. His or her deputy is the Vice-Chancellor. Before 1918, the office was the same as Minister-President of Austria. The Federal Chancellor (also known more simply as the Chancellor) is the most powerful person in Austrian politics.
The Chancellor is appointed by the President of Austria.
