Check if a Austria company is active
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How do I check whether a company is still active in Austria?
Search the company by name or registration number and read its status field. On Firmenbuch, an "active" or "registered" status means the entity is currently on the register; "dissolved", "struck off" or "liquidation" means it is not trading legally.
Step-by-step
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Find the company
Search by name or registration number to open the correct record.
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Read the status field
The status is the register's own verdict on whether the entity currently exists. Treat anything other than active/registered as a red flag before contracting.
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Check the last filing date
An entity can be nominally active but years behind on filings. A long gap since the last filing is a warning sign even when the status reads active.
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Confirm at the source
Status changes propagate from Firmenbuch at https://www.justiz.gv.at. For a decision with money attached, confirm there.
https://www.justiz.gv.at
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if a Austria company is still trading?
The register's status field is the authoritative answer. An active/registered status on Firmenbuch means the entity is currently on the register. It does not by itself prove the business is operating, so also check the most recent filing date.
What does "dissolved" or "struck off" mean?
The entity has been removed from the register and can no longer legally trade or enter into contracts. Any invoice or agreement issued under that name after removal should be treated as invalid.
Is checking company status in Austria free?
Yes — status is part of the free public record on Firmenbuch. No account is needed.
What is a GmbH in Austria?
Austrian GmbH is a limited liability company requiring minimum €35,000 share capital (€17,500 for founding privilege). It's the most common company form. Austrian GmbH law is similar to but distinct from German GmbH law.
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Is the Austria company register free to search?
Yes. Basic company lookups on the Firmenbuch are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.
What is the official Austria business registry?
The Firmenbuch is the official public register of companies incorporated in Austria. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.justiz.gv.at.
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