Payroll Your Staff in Austria

One Control Panel to become an Employer of Record in Austria, and payroll your staff without the hassle! The most cost-effective and efficient option to manage recruitment or relocation of staff in Austria, without the need for international tax lawyers or setting up a local entity.

Our Entity Management Portal:
Your Complete Market Entry Solution for Austria

Becoming an Employer of Record in Austria has never been easier, eliminating the need to establish a company. Forget about paying exorbitant fees to PEOs (like Deel.com or Remote). With House of Companies, you can become an Employer in Austria and reduce your monthly payrolling fees to approximately 10 EUR per employee!

Once registered as an (Overseas) Employer, use House of Companies to efficiently manage and grow your business in Austria!

Advantages of Our
Entity Management in Austria

Register as an Employer in Austria without setting up a business or involving expensive PEOs

Direct filing with Austrian tax authorities (Finanzamt) and social security institutions (Österreichische Gesundheitskasse)

Access to international HR officers familiar with Austrian labor laws to assist with complex matters

Hear what others have
to say about us

"PEOs kept insisting I needed to set up a local entity in Austria or pay their high monthly fees. Neither was necessary! The Entity Management Portal from House of Companies provided full coverage for our needs."

Global Talent RecruiterGlobal Talent Recruiter

"House of Companies offered a quick solution to get started with our first employee in Austria. Their knowledge of local regulations was invaluable."

Non-Profit OrganisationNon-Profit Organisation

"The community at House of Companies made me comfortable to formally enter the Austrian market. We grew from 1 to 3 employees in just 6 months!"

Beauty Products TraderBeauty Products Trader

Need Full Facilitation
by an HR Officer or PEO in Austria?

While we've emphasized the benefits of our self-service approach, we understand that in some situations, a PEO might be a valid option for entering the Austrian market or growing your business. Our Launch Grid has certain restrictions, which depend on your industry and specific needs in Austria.

Don't worry – PEOs are part of our community, and you can find their services listed for Austria as well.

Advantages of our
Global Offers for Austria

Comprehensive coverage for monthly payrolling of your staff in Austria (acting as Employer of Record yourself!)

Access discounted prices and read reviews from our community of businesses operating in Austria

Option to appoint a verified PEO as Employer of Record within our portal, if needed for your Austrian operations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main payroll taxes in Austria?The main payroll taxes in Austria include income tax (Lohnsteuer), social security contributions, and various other minor levies. Employers are responsible for withholding these from employees' salaries.
How often is payroll processed in Austria?In Austria, payroll is typically processed monthly. Salaries are usually paid at the end of each month or at the beginning of the following month.
What are the working hours in Austria?The standard working week in Austria is 40 hours. However, many collective agreements set the limit at 38.5 hours. Overtime is strictly regulated and must be compensated accordingly.
How much vacation time are employees entitled to in Austria?Employees in Austria are entitled to a minimum of 5 weeks (25 working days) of paid vacation per year. After 25 years of service, this increases to 6 weeks.
What are the social security contribution rates in Austria?Social security contributions in Austria are shared between employers and employees. The exact rates can vary, but generally, employers contribute about 21.1% of the employee's gross salary, while employees contribute about 18.1%.
Is a 13th and 14th month salary common in Austria?Yes, it's standard practice in Austria to pay a 13th and 14th month salary. These are typically paid in June and November/December respectively, and are subject to favorable tax treatment.
How does sick leave work in Austria?Employees in Austria are entitled to continue receiving their salary during periods of illness. The duration depends on length of service, ranging from 6 to 12 weeks of full pay, followed by an additional period of half pay.

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