Austria Payroll Guide

Q: How does payroll work in Austria?

In Austria, it is common for individuals to receive a 13th and 14th month payment. This is not an additional expense to the employer as the annual salary is divided into 14 equal segments. Employees receive one instalment each month with an additional segment in June and December.

Q: What are the general employment rules?

A typical working week in Austria is 40 hours. Employees who work more than 40 hours per week or 8 hours per day must be paid overtime, which cannot exceed a total of 50 hours per week or 10 hours per day. Maternity Leave in Austria is 16 weeks, which can start from 8 weeks prior to the due date. Maternity leave is based on the earnings of the 3 months prior to the leave date and is paid by Austrian Social Security.

Q: What about dismissing an employee?

Employment rights are strict in Austria and a process must be followed. Before taking any action, we recommend speaking to one of our local Employment Law Advisors. An employee is entitled to claim with the local Labor Courts if they deem the terms of their departure to be without warrant.

Hire employees in Austria

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Population

8,902,600

Capital

Vienna

Official language(s)

German

Date format

dd/mm/yyyy

Fiscal year

1 January - 31 December

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In-Country Employment Contracts

Creation of locally-compliant Austrian employment agreements, ensuring you and your employees are protected in-country. Our experts in Austria will create your bespoke agreement

Payroll Processing

With global knowledge and local proficiency, we provide a fully-managed payroll solution that handles all the complex tasks, leaving you to focus on your business.

Tax and Labor Law

Austria’s complex legislation can be daunting. Our in-country specialists are an extended member of your team, steering you safely through tax and labor law.

Regulatory Compliance

Our in-country professionals provide a wealth of experience and expertise in Payroll & HR compliance, ensuring your venture complies with ever-changing legislation.

Start-Up Implementation

We’ll ensure you’re operational promptly in accordance with local law, advising on the best route for your business, whether it’s via a legal entity or foreign registration.

Declarations and Audits

Our local specialists will manage and submit annual declarations on your behalf, guaranteeing accurate and prompt reporting to the authorities and also providing support for audits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In Austria, it is common for individuals to receive a 13th and 14th month payment.  This is not an additional expense to the employer as the annual salary is divided into 14 equal segments. Employees receive one instalment each month with an additional segment in June and December. 

A typical working week in Austria is 40 hours. Employees who work more than 40 hours per week or 8 hours per day must be paid overtime, which cannot exceed a total of 50 hours per week or 10 hours per day.

Maternity Leave in Austria is 16 weeks, which can start from 8 weeks prior to the due date. Maternity leave is based on the earnings of the 3 months prior to the leave date and is paid by Austrian Social Security.