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Expert in corporate and international corporate law. Has extensive experience in supporting the acquisition of financial licenses in Ukraine, as well as business incorporation in the EU, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, the UAE, and key Asian jurisdictions.
PURCHASE OF EXISTING BUSINESS IN AUSTRIA
Buying a ready-made business in Austria is the best way to quickly enter the European market with minimal time spent on registration and organizational procedures.
Austria is among the top 10 countries in the world in terms of ease of doing business and stability of the legal system.
The experience of the law firm “Prikhodko and Partners” will allow you to correctly purchase a company, avoid risks and get maximum benefits.

How to buy a company?
The process of buying a company in Austria includes several key stages:
- Business choice: it is necessary to determine whether it will be a company with a history of activity or a “pure” firm without financial transactions.
- Legal and financial audit: a thorough review of the company’s financial condition, legal risks, and liabilities.
- Signing a purchase and sale agreement: official registration of the transfer of ownership rights.
- Registration of changes in the state register: updating data about owners in relevant government agencies and registers.
According to the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, about 35% of entrepreneurs in the country choose to buy a ready-made business instead of registering a new one due to the time savings and reduced administrative costs.
What documents are required?
The following documents are required to re-register a company in Austria:
- Passport or ID card of the new owner.
- Company registration documents (statutes, extract from the Firmenbuch register).
- Company financial statements for the last 3-5 years.
- Purchase and sale agreement.
- Documents confirming the absence of debts before tax authorities and counterparties.
Basic requirements for the owner and director
Requirements for a new owner and director of a company in Austria:
- Owner can be both an individual and a legal entity, regardless of residency.
- Director can be any person, but most banks require the appointment of an Austrian resident for simplified account opening.
- No criminal record or tax violations in the previous activities of the owner or director.
- Minimum authorized capital for GmbH – 35,000 euros, of which at least 17,500 euros must be paid by the time of registration.
Re-registration procedure and deadlines
The process of transferring ownership of a company in Austria consists of the following stages:
- Company verification (5-10 days) — legal and financial audit.
- Signing a purchase and sale agreement (3-5 days) — notarization of the agreement.
- Registration of changes in the Firmenbuch (7-14 days).
- Updating bank accounts and tax registration (5-7 days).
The total time for acquiring a company is 3-6 weeks.
How much does it cost to buy a business in Austria?
The price of a ready-made company depends on:
- Type of business: pure companies cost from 3,500 to 7,000 euros, and firms with a history of activity cost from 10,000 to 100,000 euros (and much more) depending on assets and history of activity.
- Legal services: audit and support of the transaction will cost from 2,000 to 15,000 euros.
- State fees and notary fees: about 1,500 euros.
The main difficulties when purchasing a legal entity
Among the main difficulties:
- Hidden debts and legal obligations.
- License issues in regulated areas.
- Difficulties with opening a bank account for non-residents.
- Lack of up-to-date financial reports.
Around 25% of business purchase and sale transactions in Austria face delays due to deficiencies in documentation or problems with company verification.
Is there an alternative?
If purchasing a ready-made business is not suitable, there are the following alternatives:
- Registration of a new company (faster to start and easier to implement).
- Franchising (purchase of a business under a ready-made brand).
- Partnership with local companies (minimizes risks but requires more time and costs).
How do we help with purchasing a legal entity in Austria?
The law firm “Prikhodko and Partners” offers a full range of services:
- Company selection according to your criteria.
- Legal audit and document verification.
- Transaction support— preparation of contracts, interaction with notaries.
- Assistance in opening a bank account and tax registration.
- Accounting support for the entire period of activity.
Over the past three years, we have successfully supported over 150 sales and purchase transactions of companies in the EU.
If you are planning to purchase a business in Austria, contact “Prikhodko and Partners” – we will help you do it quickly, safely and efficiently.
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