Taxes

Austria — Tax: Corporate Tax

Austria's combined statutory corporate income tax rate is 23% (2026), according to the OECD Tax Database.

Key facts

  • Combined statutory corporate income tax rate (national plus sub-national): 23% (2026)
  • Central government rate: 23% (2026)

Steps

  1. Determining Tax Liability — The process involves calculating taxable profits and applying the applicable tax rates.

Costs

  • Corporate tax rate: varies by company type and tax treaty (around 20-25%)

Timelines

  • Tax assessment and payment: generally within 2-4 months

Required documents

  • Tax ID number (UID) for the company
  • Annual financial statements and tax returns
  • Tax treaty documentation (if applicable)
  • Proof of tax payments

Common mistakes

  • Failing to register for a tax ID number (UID)
  • Incorrect or incomplete tax returns

What this figure does not cover

This is the headline statutory rate. Deductions, reduced rates for particular sectors or regions, minimum taxes, local business taxes, withholding taxes and registration or filing procedures are not covered here. Check the national tax authority for your situation.

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