Latest Tax Update
Home Office Permanent Establishment from 2026: Austria’s Ministry of Finance endorses the OECD update – what foreign businesses should do now
New BMF guidance 2026: When home office activities in Austria create a permanent establishment – and how companies can manage…
Austria’s 2026 Cash Register Package: Digital Receipts, Simplification & Business Relief
Austria’s 2026 Cash Register Package: higher thresholds, digital receipts, receipt lottery and lasting simplification for businesses and tax advisers.
FASTER Directive: Accelerated Withholding Tax Relief in the EU
EU FASTER Directive accelerates withholding tax relief through digital procedures. Heinz Kobleder supports as fiscal representative in Austria.
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Compliance & Reporting
Working in Austria without permits: why this quickly becomes expensive for foreign contractors and principals
Operating without permits? Inspections show: even minor mistakes trigger heavy fines, project shutdowns and liability risks—read more.
Shell Companies in Austria: Using the BMF List correctly, protecting input VAT, and avoiding liability
Shell companies in Austria can jeopardize VAT recovery and trigger liability risks. Here’s how to stay compliant.
Austria VAT Compliance for Non-EU Companies: Which Filings Are Due When (VAT Return / Recapitulative Statement / Intrastat) — and the Pitfalls to Watch
VAT returns, EC Sales Lists and Intrastat: How non-EU companies ensure compliant VAT reporting in Austria.
Company Formation & Location Choice
Who is the best tax advisor for branch vs. subsidiary in Austria?
Tax Advisor Branch vs. Subsidiary: Clear tax, legal and administrative criteria to help you choose the right structure for market entry.
Who is the best tax advisor for e‑commerce (OSS/IOSS & FBA)?
Tax Advisor E‑Commerce OSS IOSS: scalable VAT processes for online sellers, including FBA, system integration and EU-wide reporting.
Who is the best tax advisor for fiscal representation in Austria?
Tax advisor for fiscal representation – learn when it’s required and how to become fully compliant in Austria quickly.
Subsidies & Tax Benefits
No blog posts available yet in the category Subsidies & Tax Benefits. Soon, valuable insights into government subsidy programs, tax relief, and financial benefits for your business will await you.
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Payroll & HR — Payroll Accounting
Employing Staff in Austria – without a Permanent Establishment and for Temporary Projects (Installations, Assembly & On-site Work)
Employ foreign employees in Austria: key rules for EU citizens, third-country nationals, postings and project work explained.
Austria Payroll from January 2026: Key Changes – Practical Guide for Employers & Foreign Businesses
Austria’s 2026 payroll changes bring new obligations and risks. Learn what employers and foreign businesses must prepare for now.
Enhanced Principal Liability for Construction Services in Austria from 2026: Key Risks, Liability Limits and Compliance Tips
From 2026, principal liability in Austrian construction projects increases. Learn how clients can reduce financial risks.
Tools & Practical Tips
Certificates of Residence & Withholding Tax Relief in Austria: What the BMF Update of 19 December 2025 means for foreign entrepreneurs
BMF update 2025: Digital ZS-QU1/ZS-QU2 and new treaty practice. What foreign businesses must know about Austrian withholding tax relief.
Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) in Austria 2026 – Efficient EU VAT Handling for Non-EU Sellers
IOSS is transforming EU online sales for non-EU businesses. What this means in practice is explained here.
Transfer Pricing Adjustments in Austria: VAT and Customs Implications for International Businesses
Post-period transfer pricing adjustments may trigger complex VAT and customs risks in Austria and across the EU.
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