Are you looking to make your idea come to life by founding a business in Vienna? There is much to consider and prepare before getting started – ideally with the input of sparring partners. Tips and tricks from role models are practical and insightful. And let's not forget: You'll be needing expert know-how in law, finance, marketing, and European requirements related to sustainability.
Are you interested in offices, co-working spaces, research labs, or production space to get off to a great start? Get in touch – we have the right consultations, workshops, and funding for you, and will assist you in networking with prospective collaboration partners.
Startups in Vienna can make use of a wide number of current calls and competitions that can help them to scale faster.
Funding for founding and starting up in Vienna
Startup Grant
What?
Six-month support for entrepreneurs to put innovative, growth-oriented start-up ideas into practice.
Max. funding
8,000 euros per person, no more than 3 people.
Submission deadlines
January 1 through February 28, 2026
Innovation Funding
What?
Funding for SMEs and entrepreneurs developing innovative new products, technologies and services.
Max. funding
300,000 euros per project
Submission deadlines:
31 March, 30 June, 30 September, 31 December 2025
Vienna Quality of Life Funding
What?
Funding for SMEs and entrepreneurs implementing new ideas for a sustainable world and a high quality of life in Vienna.
Max. funding
150,000 euros per project
Submission deadlines:
30 April, 31 August, 31 December 2025
Vienna Planet Fund
What?
Funding for companies and entrepreneurs developing climate-friendly products, technologies and services in Vienna.
Max. funding
250,000 euros per project
Submission deadlines:
31 October 2025; 28 February 2026
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Startup Calls & Competitions
Scale faster with these current offers. A list of current programs and competitions in Vienna.
- Sustainable action
Acting sustainably, founding sustainably.
Do you want to found a business? Are you looking to prioritise sustainability and reduce your use of resources? We'll fund your ideas for a better world.
- Vienna for startups
Startup City Vienna
Get a bird's-eye view of Vienna as a business location for startups. Information about investors, networks, co-working spaces, business sectors, and much more.
- Dealroom
Get the numbers
Dealroom is the place to learn all about the key players, indicators and opportunities in the Viennese startup ecosystem.
- Startup Labs
Lease labs for your life sciences startup.
Startup Lab offers affordable, fully equipped lab spaces in Vienna. These come pre-equipped with the most important instruments and machines.
- Founding in the neighbourhood
Neighbourhood love
Will your business bring life to the neighbourhood?
Contact us if you have a new idea that you want to implement in your neighbourhood.