Business Address for International Founders in Austria

Company formation in Austria: the essentials

Austria attracts international founders with a stable economy, a central position in Europe and a dependable legal framework. The most common corporate form is the Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (GmbH), which requires share capital of €35,000, of which at least €17,500 must be paid in cash. For smaller ventures, the Unternehmergesellschaft (UG) can be incorporated with share capital starting at €1.

Incorporation is carried out through a notary public, who drafts the articles of association, files the application for entry in the commercial register (Firmenbuch) and accompanies the opening process. Depending on the activity, a trade licence may also be required. Every company needs an Austrian address as its registered seat – this is exactly where our business address comes in.

In principle, EU and EEA citizens may establish a company in Austria without restriction. Nationals of third countries require a residence permit for self-employment, such as the Red-White-Red Card. We recommend coordinating the formation with a notary and a tax advisor – we are happy to support you with the first steps.

A registered business address is the foundation

For entry in the commercial register, your company needs a serviceable address. Our business address at Am Gestade 3 in District 1 is intended for use as a registered seat, in the commercial register and in the legal notice. Eligibility depends on the contract, legal form, activity and competent authority.

It is important to understand that a business address is not a mail-drop. It protects your private address, offers mail acceptance and digital scanning, and gives your company a representative Viennese presence – without the need to lease an office of your own.

EU representative under Article 27 GDPR

Non-EU companies may, under certain conditions, be required to appoint a representative in the EU. Whether Article 27 GDPR applies in a specific case depends in particular on the business and processing model.

Mergus assesses such enquiries individually and offers solutions in Austria. Any appointment is subject to review of the specific case. Contact us for further information and an individual offer. This does not constitute legal advice.

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Opening an Austrian business bank account

For the incorporation of a GmbH, the share capital must be paid into an Austrian bank account – usually the notary's escrow account. For ongoing operations, an Austrian business account is also recommended: for running costs, for the remittance of VAT and for the payment of salaries.

When opening an account, banks require extensive identity and address verification (KYC). An official business address in Vienna facilitates this review and ensures that correspondence from your bank reaches you reliably. With SEPA and online banking, the account can be managed comfortably from abroad.

Support in English and German

Running a company in Austria means dealing with authorities: the commercial register court, the municipal authority for your trade licence and the tax office. We advise you in English and German, explain documents and procedures, and remain personally available to you on site.

With our digital mail scanning service you will never miss a deadline: incoming documents reach you electronically, even while you are abroad.

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Frequently asked questions from international founders

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