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're the experts when it comes to drawing up detailed startup roadmaps and assessing your needs in terms of consultations and qualifications. Initial consultations, the founder coaching and the startup coaching we offer are for prospective founders, founders and entrepreneurs, startups, one-person enterprises as well as micro-enterprises and newly self-employed persons 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. Also, your business must have been founded in Vienna or already be headquartered in Vienna. Note: We offer special consultations for women entrepreneurs. In addition, we provide consultations in the language you speak. Initial consultations Startup coaching Impact coaching

Consultations on your business location

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'll also support you We will also come to your company and discuss with you all matters concerning official channels, operating licences and your options for obtaining funding for your project in Vienna. On-site consultations Business location consulting

Who is eligible for funding?

Companies in Vienna can apply to receive funding from the Vienna Business Agency. Our funding is financial aid that we pay out in support of novel development proposals submitted by businesses and founders in Vienna. You can use the funding to realise development proposals that you may never have ventured into without this type of support.

Who do I contact if I want to receive funding from the Vienna Business Agency?

Contact us. Find your funding expert on the webpage featuring the particular funding you're interested in applying for.

How do I find out whether my development proposal is eligible for funding?

During a consultation, a funding expert will tell you whether your development proposal meets the formal criteria. Find your funding expert by going to the webpage featuring the particular funding you're interested in applying for.

What's the procedure for obtaining funding?

To receive funding, you will need to submit a funding application. Consult with your funding expert to get the information you need, submit your application online, and – this is important – don't make any investments until after you've submitted a complete application. This is because the Vienna Business Agency provides funding only for development proposals that start after the application has been submitted.

Your development proposal should be an innovation in the market or for your company. The Vienna Business Agency funds development proposals and not day-to-day operating costs. Make the cost calculation for your development proposal as detailed as possible.

When does funding begin to be paid out?

Funding is paid out only after you’ve received official approval. Your project must not start until after you have submitted the complete funding application.

When do I find out whether my development proposal will be funded?

The decision is made by a jury based on well-defined assessment criteria. Depending on the funding programme, it can take up to four months to find out whether your development proposal will be funded.

What is the maximum amount that I can receive?

The maximum funding amounts vary depending on the type of funding. Ask your funding expert about the funding details before you submit your application.

What is a co-funding rate?

The co-funding rate is the percentage of a development proposal's eligible costs that will be funded. The co-funding rate varies depending on the type of funding. To give you an example: If the co-funding rate is 50% and we recognise 100,000 euros as your project costs, the Vienna Business Agency will pay 50,000 euros.

Where do I submit my application to receive funding from the Vienna Business Agency?

You can submit your funding application via our online portal – it's convenient and always available. To do so, you must register on our website and create a profile. In your profile, select "My submissions" and "New application". Funding accounts will also be settled via our online system.

What aspects does the Vienna Business Agency prioritise when it comes to funding?

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What is the de minimis rule?

In the European Union, aid (including subsidies) is possible on the basis of various regulations. One of these is the de minimis rule. According to this rule, you and your company may not receive more than 300,000 euros in subsidies in Austria within three years.

What is a partnership application?

A company can apply for funding by itself or jointly with other companies, research institutions, associations, universities, and universities of applied sciences. A lead partner is in charge of coordinating the application submission and – if funding is awarded – of managing the project and communicating with the Vienna Business Agency and the partners for the entire project duration.

For founding and getting started in Vienna.

Our offer

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.

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Consultations for founding and getting started in Vienna

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Funding for founding and starting up in Vienna

Startup Grant

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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
July 15 through September 15, 2025

Innovation Funding

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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

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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

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What?
Funding for companies and entrepreneurs developing climate-friendly products, technologies and services in Vienna.

Max. funding
250,000 euros per project

Submission deadlines:
28 February, 30 June, 31 October 2025

Questions and answers related to funding

Events & workshops about founding and getting started in Vienna

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Workshop for founders

Founders Labs 2025/2026

01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien, Wien

Zielgruppe identifizieren

17.07.2025

Online via Zoom, International

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Workshop for founders

Impact-Masterclasses: Scale Up Your Impact

13.08.2025

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien, Wien

Deadline

Call for projects: Invest in Games

24.08.2025

WMWP Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Wien

Event

Green Park Festival

03.09.2025 - 04.09.2025

Erste Campus, Wien

Workshop for founders

Building and reviewing business models for the future

16.10.2025

Lumia, Wien

Event

Climate Innovation Festival (CIFE)

24.10.2025

Lumia, Wien

Startup Calls & Competitions
Scale faster with these current offers. A list of current programs and competitions in Vienna.
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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.
Sustainable action

Startup City Vienna
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Vienna for startups
Get the numbers
Dealroom is the place to learn all about the key players, indicators and opportunities in the Viennese startup ecosystem.
Dealroom
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.
Startup Labs
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.
Founding in the neighbourhood