Consultations for companies coming to Vienna and international professionals

We'll support you in your search and selection of a business location, assist you in finding office space and meeting rooms in the startup phase, and offer information on offices, properties, business parks, and networks in Vienna. We also provide consultations to international professionals and executives , including their families, who are relocating to Vienna for professional reasons, expats already living in Vienna, and HR departments/managers with questions concerning their expat employees. Note: We also provide consultations with a special focus on women entrepreneurs. In addition, we can provide consultations in your language, on your premises . Expat Center Business Immigration Office International business settlement

Founder and startup coaching

From idea to actual startup – we'll assist you with our know-how on business plans, markets and competition, financing options, and much more. We'll support you in drawing up detailed startup roadmaps and assessing your needs in terms of consultations and qualifications. Our initial consultations , founder coaching, and startup coaching are for prospective founders, founders and entrepreneurs, startups, one-person enterprises, as well as micro-enterprises and self-employed individuals who fall under the new self-employment scheme ( Neue Selbständige ) – in the pre-founding phase and up to five years after founding. Completion of an initial consultation is a prerequisite for participation in the subsequent coaching sessions for founders. To qualify, a business must have been founded in Vienna or already be headquartered in Vienna. Note: We offer specialised consultations for women entrepreneurs. In addition, we provide consultations in you language. Initial consultation Startup coaching Impact coaching

Growth coaching and expansion consultations

Whether you have national or international expansion plans, wish to develop new business areas, or consolidate your business relations with partners upstream or downstream of your value chain, we've got you covered. We offer strategic process and organisational development and connect you with financing partners. Our growth coaching is geared towards assisting startups and entrepreneurs up to five years after founding. To qualify, a business must have been founded in Vienna and the growth objective must be clearly defined. Note: We offer special consultations for women entrepreneurs. In addition, we can provide consultations in your language, on your premises . Associations and people participating in the start-up programme (UGP) of the Austrian Public Employment Service (AMS) are not eligible. Growth coaching Intelligent production Sustainable technology Social innovation

How do I go about finding a kindergarten or school for my kids?

We'll provide you with a general overview of Vienna's school system along with a selection of options ranging from suitable state-run to privately operated schools. We'll send you to the right places to make sure you find a school placement for your child quickly. If your child doesn't speak German yet, we can recommend a language development programme in state-run or private multilingual schools. We'll also refer you to other advice centres so that your child is sure to receive the best possible education in Vienna.

What administrative formalities do I need to complete when I move to Vienna?

Contact us for a rundown of all the relevant administrative procedures that you need to take care of if you're moving to Vienna. These include registering your new address in Vienna converting your driving license, and more.

How do I go about finding an apartment in Vienna?

Talk to us and get yourself a directory of all the trusted real estate agents in Vienna that speak different languages. Ask for tips and advice about which online platforms are best to use when looking for a place to live in Vienna. If you want to make sure that your lease agreement covers all the legal points important for you, we'll be happy to refer you to the relevant associations and municipal services that can provide you with the support you need.

I would like to set up my own business. Where do I get support?

We'll sit down with you to figure out what you need to do before setting up a business of your own in Vienna. Throughout your startup journey, the Vienna Business Agency will be happy to assist you with consultations, workshops, funding, and commercial properties. Call us so that we can hook you up with our experts to talk about your development proposal.

I live in a country outside the EU and would like to work in Vienna. What do I need to do?

Contact us for a consultation if you have a job offer in Vienna and need to move here from a country outside the EU. We've got you covered if you need information on all the steps you need to take to obtain a residence and work permit, like the Red-White-Red Card . Count on us for the support you need in the lead-up to submission and during the application process itself. Our offices share a building with the City of Vienna's immigration authority, which allows us to effectively support your application.

I'm moving to Vienna for a job and will be bringing my family along with me. Who can I ask for suppo

Call us at the Business Immigration Office . We'll assist you in organising residence and work permits for you and your family so that you can move to Vienna.

I want to hire a professional from a non-EU country. What do I need to consider?

Get in touch with the Business Immigration Office for a consultation so that your colleagues can start to work in your company as soon as possible.

Vienna is a research and science hub. What do I need to do to move from a non-EU country to Vienna?

If you're a researcher or scientist wanting to work in Vienna, call us for consultations. We'll brief you on the ins and outs of residence permits for researchers.

Do I need to know German to live and work in Vienna?

On the whole, most people living in Vienna speak English and lots of other languages. Basic German skills will help you feel more comfortable navigating the city and its people and make your stay even more enjoyable. The job requirements you will need to meet depend on your individual area of work and your employer. Experience has shown us that starting out on a job in a German-speaking environment will require a language skill level of at least B1-B2, depending on whether proficiency in oral or written German is expected. In some areas of work, including in a number of medical professions, the required minimum standard of proficiency may be much higher.

I've already had an appointment with the immigration authority. Can I still book a consultation?

Yes, you can contact us for a personal consultation even if you've already been to the immigration authority, i.e. MA35. Schedule a consultation with our team .

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Our offer

Are you a business-minded individual from abroad or an Austrian state other than Vienna? Are you looking to develop your idea and found a business in Vienna? Contact us to get all the information and support you need. We offer a wide range of services and will assist you with consultations, workshops, and funding, from initial idea to expansion. We'll support you in finding a business location in Vienna and connect you with prospective partners or organisations in town. If you're an expat with a startup idea and are looking to move to Vienna, we'll guide you through the process with cost-free consultations in multiple languages.

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Funding for company establishment and set-up in Vienna

Business Location Funding

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What?
Structural modifications, the purchase of building structures, and costs such as architectural services.

Max. funding
500,000 euros per project

Prepayment
Up to 50% of the approved funding amount can be paid up front.

Frequently asked questions about living and working in Vienna

Events & workshops for company establishment and set-up in Vienna

All Events

Info event

Open House Gewerbehof Seestadt

30.04.2024

Gewerbehof Seestadt, Wien

Info event

Open House Gewerbehof Seestadt

7.05.2024

Gewerbehof Seestadt, Wien

View of entry way of the commercial yard Seestadt

Info event

Let's go funding!

7.05.2024

Gewerbehof Seestadt, Wien

Workshop for founders

Branchenworkshops Food/Gastronomie

13.05.2024 - 17.05.2024

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien, Wien

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Expat Center.
All the information you need for a smooth transition to Vienna
The single point of contact for key workers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and scientists from around the world. The Expat Center will assist you with your move to Vienna. Get all the information you need from us.
Cost-free consultations for expats
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The community for people arriving to Vienna
Meet up with like-minded individuals in an informal setting
The Expat Club is a thriving community that organises various events and company visits, as well as outings to the most beautiful places in Vienna.
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Developing new ideas in Vienna.
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