Virtual Office Vienna for International Companies
Expand to Austria without relocating. Use our prime address in 1010 Vienna as your registered office. Mail digitally from Plus, physical forwarding on Premium.
Why Austria for your expansion?
Austria offers attractive advantages for companies that want to grow their business inside the EU.
Attractive tax rates
Corporate income tax of 23% (from 2024) and flexible profit distribution.
EU single market
Access to the Austrian and the entire EU market without borders.
German-speaking market
A shared business culture with Germany and straightforward communication.
Legal certainty
A stable legal system that closely mirrors German law.
Strategic location
A bridge to Eastern Europe and a central position within the EU.
Strong economy
AAA rating, low unemployment and high purchasing power.
No residence requirement for EU citizens
As an EU citizen, the freedom of establishment lets you set up a company in Austria without living there.
- Run your company from your home country
- Visit Vienna only when you need to
- We receive your mail and forward it to you
- Handle all official matters digitally or by power of attorney
How to set up your company in Austria
The process is simpler than you think. In just a few steps you have your Austrian registered office.
Book a virtual office
Secure your business address in 1010 Vienna. Available immediately, with no paperwork.
Choose a legal form
GmbH (10,000 € share capital, of which 5,000 € must be paid in at formation) or sole proprietorship.
Notary appointment (available online)
Have the articles of association notarised. Thanks to Notarity, this can also be done fully online.
Commercial register entry
The notary files the documents. After 1 to 2 weeks your company is entered in the commercial register.
Trade registration
Register your trade with the district authority. Most trades require no proof of qualification.
Apply for a VAT ID
Apply for your VAT ID for intra-Community trade at the Vienna tax office.
Mail forwarding to your home country
With our Plus or Premium plan we forward all of your Austrian mail directly to your address abroad.
- Weekly bundled forwarding
- Tracking right up to delivery
- Digital scan in advance by email
Postservice Pricing
No hidden costs & cancel anytime.
*All prices net
Frequently asked questions about expanding to Austria
Do I have to move to Austria to set up a company there?
No. As an EU citizen, the freedom of establishment lets you set up a company in Austria without living there. All you need is a registered business address.
Where do I have to pay taxes?
That depends on your individual situation. We recommend discussing tax questions with your tax advisor.
How does trade registration work for foreign founders?
As an EU citizen you can, in principle, register any trade in Austria. Most free trades require no proof of qualification. Registration is handled by the responsible district authority.
Can I set up the GmbH fully online?
Yes. Thanks to Remote Online Notarisation (RON) via Notarity, you can set up the GmbH fully online without travelling to Austria.
How quickly do I receive my mail?
Incoming mail is scanned promptly and delivered to you by email on business days. Physical forwarding to your home country is handled weekly, or more frequently on request.