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Company Formation in Austria
Austria is recognized as one of the most reliable countries in Europe economically, legally and administratively.
*Official registration fees and government taxes included
Why form a company in Austria?
Forming a company in Austria means choosing a jurisdiction that immediately inspires trust, professionalism and security, making it a preferred destination for businesses looking to position themselves in a premium market. Austrian structures are perceived as highly credible, particularly in B2B sectors, engineering, technology, industry, professional services and activities requiring above-average compliance standards.
Austria also stands out for its central geographic position, at the heart of the European Union, making it easy to serve the German, Italian, Swiss, Hungarian or Czech markets. The country has optimal infrastructure, efficient public services and an economic climate renowned for its predictability and transparency—qualities particularly valued by businesses seeking a safe and solid environment for the long term.
What is included
Our service includes all the administrative procedures necessary to incorporate a company in Austria without travel, even though the country requires a strict procedure:
Included in your package
- Drafting and signing of the power of attorney before a French notary
- Official apostilles in accordance with Austrian requirements
- Certified translations into German, performed by authorized translators
- Complete filing of the application with the competent Austrian authorities
- Official registration of the company in the Austrian register
- Obtaining the Austrian tax number
- Local address included, essential for regulatory compliance
Timeline
The average incorporation time is approximately 2 to 3 weeks after receipt of signed and apostilled documents, making it a fast process despite high administrative rigor.
How does the procedure work?
Even though Austria is one of the strictest jurisdictions in Europe in terms of compliance, the procedure remains very simple for the client:
Signing before a French notary
You sign a power of attorney in France, which eliminates any need to travel to Austria.
Official apostilles
We arrange for the necessary apostilles to validate the power of attorney internationally.
Certified translations
All required documents are translated into German by a certified translator in accordance with Austrian law.
Registration and obtaining the tax number
We fully manage the registration of the company in the registers and obtaining the mandatory tax number.
Local address included
Essential for compliance and administrative correspondence.
In summary: you sign in France, we do everything else, until the company is fully activated.
3 990,00 €
HT *No travel required – Registration guaranteed within 48h
Official registration fees and government taxes included
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DiscoverFrequently asked questions
What are the real advantages of forming a company in Austria?
Forming a company in Austria provides an exceptional reputation with clients, investors and financial partners. The country is recognized for its extreme economic stability, rigorous business law management and a highly structured administrative environment.
An Austrian company immediately inspires professionalism and transparency, which can facilitate the conclusion of B2B contracts, the opening of solid banking relationships and the establishment of international partnerships.
Austria is also a strategic entry point for working with Germany, Switzerland, Italy or Central Europe, while benefiting from a modern, clear and predictable legal system. For technical, industrial, regulated or high-compliance sectors, Austria is considered one of the best European jurisdictions.
Is the procedure complicated? How does remote formation work?
Austria does indeed require a formal, strict and highly regulated procedure, which contributes to its solid reputation. However, we completely simplify the process for the entrepreneur.
The only step requiring your physical presence is signing the power of attorney before a French notary. Everything else—apostilles, certified translations, company registration, communication with authorities—is handled by our teams and local partners.
Thus, even though Austria applies a high level of compliance, the formation is done entirely remotely for the client. You benefit from the Austrian framework without the administrative burden, with a smooth and controlled process.
Is it possible to open an Austrian bank account for a company?
Austrian banks are among the strictest in Europe. They require a high level of transparency, fund traceability, economic justification and business model consistency.
This does not mean that opening an account is impossible, but it depends heavily on the business sector, the director’s profile, financial documentation and the ability to demonstrate a coherent economic presence.
In practice:
For businesses with a clear activity, a solid plan and supporting documents, an Austrian bank is possible.
For a quick start or an international activity without the need for local presence, we recommend a professional fintech to immediately have an operational IBAN.
This progressive approach allows you to operate the company, then move to a traditional bank if necessary.
Is Austria suitable for all types of activities? Which profiles benefit most?
Austria is particularly suitable for activities seeking a premium image, a high level of compliance or operating in demanding sectors: engineering, professional consulting, regulated services, industry, import/export, logistics, technology, architecture, non-regulated finance, etc.
Austrian companies are perfectly suited:
- for entrepreneurs who want premium positioning,
- for businesses working with German or Swiss partners,
- for organizations that need to demonstrate a robust legal structure,
- for B2B players selling to companies with high compliance requirements.
For purely digital or international activities that do not need the strength of this branding, other countries may be more flexible.
But for image, credibility and professionalism: Austria is in the European top 3.