From an Idea to a Clean Start
Your Checklist for Starting a Business in Austria.
Starting a business involves more than just filing the necessary paperwork. The legal structure, financing, taxes, social security, contracts, accounting, and deadlines all need to align. This checklist shows what has already been taken care of and which items you should address next.
Duration: about 5 minutes · Save your progress locally or print it out
Startup Checklist
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Important Note
This checklist is intended as a general guide. Requirements vary depending on legal form, business activities, industry, employees, financing, and international involvement. Marking an item as “completed” does not confirm its legal or tax compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to choose a legal structure before the meeting?
No. It is sufficient to prepare the company's goals, organizational structure, projected profits, distributions, liability issues, and growth plan.
Do I need an accounting solution right away?
This process should be clarified before the first receipts and invoices are received. The specific solution depends on the legal structure, volume, cash register, bank, and internal procedures.
Can I save the checklist?
Yes. By clicking „Save as PDF,“ you can get a printable or PDF summary—no account required. Your progress is saved only locally in your browser; it is not stored on the server.
