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Set Up a Foundation in Austria

The Austrian government supports foreign investments, but is also provides for an advantageous legal framework for high net worth individuals who are not interested in opening the regular types of companies in Austria, but to establish foundations. For this purpose, Austria enabled two laws: - the Federal Foundations and Funds Act which…

Set Up a Crowdfunding Business in Austria

Austria is one of the most prolific and stable economies in Europe which is very appealing to foreign investors seeking to open companies on this continent. Austria follows the steps of other European countries which are open to startups relying on innovation to develop their activities. However, innovation comes with higher costs than…

VAT in Austria

The value added tax (VAT) is one of the most important taxes applied by the Austrian Government. It is regulated by the VAT Act and it is administered by the Ministry of Finance. The VAT is an indirect tax applied as it is imposed to Austrian companies and collected from the buyers of goods or services. Foreign investors opening…

Open a Fintech Company in Austria

Foreign investors who want to do business in Austria can set up fintech companies as the country is currently one of the most appealing European destinations in this field. Not long ago, the government has launched various programs for startups, many of these companies operating in the fintech sector which is why Austria now has a ‘fintech ecosystem’. Our company…

Set Up a Franchise Business in Austria

Until a few years ago, franchises weren’t very popular in Austria. However, the large number of local brands seeking to expand has made it possible for businessmen to consider grating the rights to use the name of the company to other enterprisers interested in setting up an Austrian company based on an existing and successful…

Open a Shop in Austria

Retail is one of the most prolific Austrian industries and foreign investors take advantage of the high purchase power of the population, as well as of the geographical proximity with Germany when deciding to open companies in this industry here. Austria is made up of both urban and remote rural areas, which can be a great…

Set Up a Hotel in Austria

Tourism is one of the most developed Austrian industries and it has a significant contribution to the economy. In order to function properly this sector is well supported by all three large sub-sectors: travel agencies, restaurants and hotels. At this moment, foreign investors interested in starting a business in the tourism industry can choose any of the…

Establish an Online Shop in Austria

One of the most secure types of investments in Austria is to open a store. Investors have several choices when it comes to setting up shops in Austrian cities, among them opening companies which sell fast-moving consumer goods and electronics are quite successful. They have become even more successful since the number of business…

Open a Construction Company in Austria

Austria is renowned all over the world for its beautiful landscapes. Foreign investors interested in starting a business in the Austrian construction industry have plenty of choices in areas like commercial and residential real estate or even in the accommodation sectors. However, they will have to respect the country’s legislation and requirements…

Open a Catering Company in Austria

Foreign entrepreneurs who want to open companies in the food industry in Austria have several choices. Among these, they can open restaurants and catering establishments, with the mention that they will require a lower amount of money for setting up a catering business. Even if it cheaper to open an Austrian catering company, the business…