Despite a challenging global economic and geopolitical environment, we at Ruttensteiner GmbH were able to support many international clients with their market entry into Austria. Together with our partners, we successfully worked with companies from Egypt, India, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Dubai, the Netherlands, and Malta.
Our clients introduced a wide range of products to the Austrian market: cosmetics, tools, software solutions, medical technology, greenhouses, spices, food products and DIY accessories. This diversity once again confirms Austria’s role as a stable and reliable gateway to the European Union.
At the same time, regulatory requirements have increased significantly in 2025. In particular, company formation in Austria now involves much stricter checks regarding the origin of funds. When applying for a tax number in Vienna, the issuance of the tax number may be delayed by up to 8 weeks due to audits. But don't worry, we'll help make it go faster. This is exactly where experience, structure, and the right setup make the difference.
One milestone I am particularly proud of: together we passed the mark of 100,000 YouTube followers 🎉 this year. Thank you for your trust. 🤝
Looking ahead to 2026, we will implement many suggestions from our community. We will publish more short, practical insights on doing business in Austria, expand our infrastructure with additional residential addresses, and launch a new solution for international companies.
With our upcoming DER Sales Service, non-EU companies will be able to sell their products in Austria without setting up a local entity and without hiring local sales staff. Market validation is free of charge, and sales can even start from single units – with no fixed cost risk.
Austria remains one of the most stable and attractive entry points to the EU market.
If you are considering expansion or selling your products in Europe, I am happy to connect.
Wishing you happy holidays, a strong start into the new year, and much success in 2026. 🎉 🤝 👍 😊