Ebook PDF/ Beginner's Simple Guide to Self-Employment in Austria

Are you thinking about becoming self-employed in Austria?

This guide is for you!

In this very brief, 46-page simple ebook, I’ve compiled everything you need to know about starting your self-employment journey in Austria. It’s short, straightforward, and designed to help you avoid common mistakes while giving you the essential knowledge to begin your business in Austria with confidence.

Inside, you’ll find answers to the following questions:

What Are the Types of Self-Employment in Austria?

What If I’m Not Sure About My Type of Self-Employment?

How Much Does It Actually Cost?

Do I Still Have to Register Even if I Earn Very Little?

Should I Create Contracts with My Customers in Austria?

Do I Need to Issue Invoices for My Self-Employment in Austria?

What is Bogus Self-Employment and Why Should I Care?

Can I Combine Employment and Self-Employment in Austria?

Do I Need Separate Licenses for Multiple Self-Employed Activities?

✨ and something extra:

Important Dates and Deadlines for Self-Employed Individuals in Austria

10 Years of Self-Employment in Austria: Lessons Learned

Other Common Questions and Answers

About the Author:

Hi, I’m Marta! When I started my self-employment journey in Austria 10 years ago, there was little to no information in English, and the resources I found were often incomplete or confusing. Being a non-German speaker only made it harder.

But over time, I figured it out. Through trial and error, asking the right questions, contacting experts, and learning from my mistakes, I gained the confidence and knowledge I wished I had when I started.

Writing this guide is my way of helping others who are where I once was—feeling lost and unsure. I want to share what I learned so you don’t have to go through the same struggles. My hope is that this guide will simplify the process for you and make your self-employment journey in Austria a little bit easier.