Buy Shelf Company (GmbH)
New Incorporation Service
Corporate Banking Solutions
Austria’s Premier Provider of Verified Shelf Companies.
With over 10 years of experience, we have refined the acquisition process into a precise science. We don’t just sell companies; we provide a secure legal foundation for your business.
10 Years of Experience
We have engineered a frictionless transfer. By digitizing Austrian legal requirements, we reduce the typical 5-week incorporation wait into a streamlined 4-step handover.
1. Select & Reserve
2. Compliance & Funding
3. Digital Review
4. Sign & Trade
Select Your Corporate Structure
We have categorized our inventory to match your business goals. Choose the Essential tier for asset management, Premium for active trading, or Enterprise for instant creditworthiness. All prices are fixed and transparent.
- New Incorporation
- Bank Account
- History to be checked
- Fully Paid Share Capital
- FN Number Active (Registered)
- Ideal for Asset Management
- VAT Registration: On Request
- VAT (UID) Registered (EU Trade Ready)
- Active Bank Account (IBAN Ready)
- History to be checked
- Active Since 1-2 Years
- FN Number Active (Registered)
- Tax Office Clearance
- Immediate Invoicing Capability
- VAT (UID) Registered (EU Trade Ready)
- Premium Banking Relations
- Vintage Age: 3 to 10+ Years
- Zero-Liability Audit Certificate
- FN Number Active (Registered)
- Priority Transfer (24-Hour Protocol)*
- Due diligence done
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A-1230 Vienna, Austria
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More InformationBuying a company should never be a gamble. Read how we guarantee every entity is debt-free, audit-ready, and fully compliant with Austrian law.
Yes. We believe the handover is just the beginning of our relationship. To ensure your new company has a "soft landing" in the Austrian market, we provide immediate access to our trusted partner ecosystem. We do not do the bookkeeping ourselves; instead, we facilitate warm introductions to verified tax advisors, payroll specialists, and corporate lawyers who have worked with us for years. This ensures your company is compliant, audit-ready, and professionally managed from Day 1.
Yes, as long as it is a physical address. You are free to move the company's registered seat to any municipality in Austria. However, Austrian law requires a valid physical location where official mail can be delivered (a P.O. Box is not sufficient).
-Don't have an office yet? No problem. We can provide a Virtual Office service in a prestigious district of Vienna, ensuring you have a compliant, high-status business address from day one.
Yes. We understand that international investors often need a local presence to meet Austrian residency requirements. We provide access to a network of vetted, professional Nominee Directors who can act as your company's legal representative. Whether you need an interim manager for a few months during the transition or a long-term local director to handle ongoing administration, we can match you with a candidate that fits your budget and industry requirements.
Yes. We offer a "Zero-Friction" formation service. While we specialize in shelf companies, we are also experts in establishing bespoke Holding structures from scratch. We handle the entire value chain:
-Legal: Drafting the Articles of Association and coordinating the notary.
-Operational: Securing a registered office address and assisting with bank account opening.
-Personnel: Recruiting a qualified Managing Director (with required EU citizenship or valid work permit) to ensure local substance. We start with a detailed consultation to ensure the structure meets your specific tax and asset protection goals.
No. The entire process can be done remotely. Thanks to Austria’s modern digital notary laws, you can buy your company from the comfort of your home or office. We arrange a secure Video-Notary Appointment where you identify yourself and sign the purchase deed digitally. This is the fastest, most efficient way to close the deal without buying a plane ticket.
Yes, the majority of our inventory is fully tax-registered. All our Premium and Vintage shelf companies come with an active UID-Nummer (VAT ID). This is a critical asset, as it allows you to issue invoices and conduct tax-free trade within the European Union immediately after purchase. Note: Our entry-level "Holding" entities may not have an active VAT number yet, as they are designed for asset management rather than active trading. We can activate this for you if required.
To secure an immediate competitive edge. In the fast-paced global market, waiting 4 to 6 weeks for a new incorporation can mean lost deals. By acquiring a shelf company, you bypass the entire formation phase. You gain a fully registered, legal entity instantly, allowing you to sign contracts, close deals, and issue invoices from the moment the transfer is signed.
Yes, but we can provide one for you. To ensure your company is compliant with Austrian residency and labor laws, the Managing Director should typically hold either EU/EEA citizenship or a valid Austrian work permit. This presence is critical for interacting with local tax authorities. Don't have a local partner? We offer a vetted Interim Management Service, providing you with a qualified local director to handle the bureaucracy while you retain full ownership of the shares.
Yes. We provide a full "Substance Solution." For international investors, having a local management presence is often crucial for opening bank accounts and satisfying Austrian tax residency rules. We facilitate the appointment of vetted, professional Nominee Directors who can act as your company’s local representative. This ensures your company remains fully compliant with Austrian law while you control the business strategy from abroad.
The GmbH is the gold standard of Austrian business. While technically equivalent to an LLC (USA) or Ltd (UK), a GmbH commands significantly more respect in the European market. Because founding one requires a verified share capital of €35,000, having the letters "GmbH" after your company name is an instant signal of financial stability. It tells banks, suppliers, and clients that you are a verified, capitalized entity, not just a risky startup.
The Trade License is applied for immediately upon purchase. Because a Trade License (Gewerbeberechtigung) is legally tied to your specific industry (e.g., IT, Trading, Real Estate, or Consultancy), it cannot be "pre-packaged." However, we prepare the application in advance. As soon as you define your business activity, we file for the correct license to ensure you are compliant from your very first day of operations.
Yes. We offer a "Zero-Friction" formation service. While we specialize in shelf companies, we are also experts in establishing bespoke Holding structures from scratch. We handle the entire value chain:
-Legal: Drafting the custom Articles of Association and coordinating the notary.
-Operational: Securing a registered office address and assisting with bank account opening.
-Personnel: Recruiting a qualified Managing Director (with required EU citizenship or valid work permit) to ensure local substance. We start with a detailed consultation to ensure the structure meets your specific tax and asset protection goals.
To skip the waiting period and gain instant credibility. Founding a new company in Austria involves a strict, multi-step legal process that can take 3 to 5 weeks. A shelf company is the "fast lane."
-Immediate Speed: The company is already legally registered (FN Number active). You can sign contracts, issue invoices, and hire staff immediately after the notary appointment.
-No Administrative Risk: We have already handled the court correspondence and tax registration. You are buying a finished product, not a bureaucratic process.
Yes, legally you can. There is no citizenship restriction for the commercial Managing Director (handelsrechtlicher Geschäftsführer). However, for the company to function smoothly—specifically to obtain a Trade License and open a local bank account—authorities and banks often require at least one director to be resident in the EEA/EU.
-Our Solution: We recommend a "Dual-Director" structure. You remain the primary decision-maker, while we appoint a local administrative director to satisfy the residency requirements for the bank and licensing office.
To secure an immediate competitive edge. In the fast-paced global market, waiting 4 to 6 weeks for a new incorporation can mean lost deals. By acquiring a shelf company, you bypass the entire formation phase. You gain a fully registered, legal entity instantly, allowing you to sign contracts, close deals, and issue invoices from the moment the notary transfer is signed.
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