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Open a second business location

Official name: Prepare additional trade branch in Vienna

You already have a Gewerbe in Austria. A Gewerbe is a permit to run a certain business. Now you want to open an extra branch in Vienna. A branch is another fixed location of your company.

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Steps
7 key steps, up to 15 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
Gewerbebehörde
Costs
none named in the sources
Online
possible for 5 of 15 steps
What applies to you?How it worksFrequently asked questionsSourcesSimilar plans

How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1Learn what reporting a branch meansThis is about a new branch in Vienna. Your main location stays where it is. The Anzeige is a report to the office.Key step
    Why?
    The Anzeige is not a permit for buildings or equipment. Those are separate routes.
    What you do
    The Bezirksamt or MA 63 is in charge. A Bezirksamt is the office for one part of Vienna.
    Where?
    Bezirksamt / MA 63Directly with the named service
    In detail

    Separate branch notification and operating permits

    This first case concerns additional fixed Vienna branch with existing Austrian main trade and retained main location. Notification is no facility, building or location approval.

    SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
    Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

    USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  2. 2Find the right trade officeThe Gewerbebehörde is the office for businesses. In Vienna, it is the Bezirksamt or MA 63.Key step
    Why?
    Which office is in charge depends on your Gewerbe. Not every branch goes to MA 63.
    What you do
    Ask directly which office is in charge of your Gewerbe.
    Where?
    Bezirksamt / MA 63Directly with the named service
    In detail

    Confirm actual responsible Vienna trade authority

    Responsibility depends on actual trade: district office or MA 63. Do not automatically assign every branch to MA 63.

    SourceAnmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte
    Anmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  3. 3Check if you need a permitA Betriebsanlage is the place where you work, with machines and rooms. Some need a Genehmigung. That is a permit from the office.Key step
    Why?
    Without a needed permit, you may not build or run the facility. The branch report does not replace a permit.
    What you do
    Sort out the facility, building and use with the Gewerbebehörde and the Baubehörde. Do this before you start the business.
    Where?
    Gewerbebehörde / BaubehördeDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Clarify facilities, building and use before actual operation

    Facility requiring approval may only be constructed and operated with required approval. Review changes to existing facilities separately; building or zoning additionally. Branch notification and free procedure replace no permit.

    SourceBetriebsanlagen: Genehmigungsprüfung
    Betriebsanlagen: Genehmigungsprüfung

    Unternehmensserviceportal · retrieved on 09/10/2026

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  4. 4Collect your details for the reportHere you collect your details for the report. GISA is the register for all businesses in Austria.Key step
    Why?
    With these details, the office can register your branch. Special attachments are not always required.
    What you do
    Write down: name or company, Gewerbe, main location, branch address, GISA number and start. Give personal numbers only in the official route.
    Where?
    GewerbebehördeDirectly with the named service

    What you need

    • Own details and existing GISA record as reference
      Document explained

      Optional preparation, no additional mandatory attachment.

      Requirement
      Optional / if available
      Submission format
      Copy
      Translation
      No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
      Authentication
      No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
      Recency
      No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
      SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
      Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

      USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

      Open original source
    In detail

    Prepare actual notification details outside app

    Organise names or company, trade wording, main location, branch address, GISA number and start for actual official notification. No universal special attachments prescribed; do not demand original ID or tenancy contract on suspicion. Personal numbers and addresses only in official route.

    SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
    Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

    USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  5. 5Report no later than your first work dayThe report must reach the office in time. At the latest on the day you start working there.Key step
    Why?
    Just sending it is not enough. The report must have arrived at the office.
    What you do
    Check that your report has arrived. Special trades need a final, positive decision first.
    Where?
    GewerbebehördeDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Secure timely receipt by start of activity

    Notification must reach responsible authority by day of actual start of activity. Sending alone is insufficient. Clarify own receipt and open permit status directly; special decision cases need prior final positive decision.

    SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
    Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

    USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  6. 6Report the branch to the officeNow you report the branch to the office yourself. You use the route you chose.Key step
    Why?
    The app does not report anything for you. It also does not give you permission to run the business.
    What you do
    Send your details through the official route. Keep proof that the report has arrived.
    Where?
    GewerbebehördeDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Carry out confirmed own branch notification

    Personally transmit actual details in confirmed official route and retain receipt. Navigator performs no notification and confirms no operating authority.

    SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
    Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

    USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  7. 7Check the answer and your GISA entryThe office has answered you. Now you check the answer and your GISA entry.Key step
    Why?
    This way you notice mistakes early. Permits for facility, building or use are still separate routes.
    What you do
    Check your Gewerbe, the locations and the GISA entry. See if any permits are still open.
    Where?
    GewerbebehördeDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Review actual reply and open permits

    Review trade wording, locations and actual GISA contents; facility, building and use permits remain separate.

    SourceAnmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte
    Anmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source

Depending on your situation, this is added

  • Check if you already reported it
  • Choose a new branch or a move
  • Check if your case is a normal one
  • Choose how to report the branch
  • Find out which costs apply
  • Follow up on your report
  • Send missing details in time
  • Get an unclear Bescheid checked right away
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

How far along are you with reporting your new branch?

What is meant? How far are you already? Have you already reported the branch or got an answer?

What is actual branch notification stage?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

5 of 15 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

No costs are recorded for these steps in the linked sources. Fees may still apply.

Do I need an einfach.wien account?

No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.

Does einfach.wien submit my application?

No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.

What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceEröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale
Eröffnung einer zusätzlichen Filiale

USP · BMWET · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source
SourceAnmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte
Anmeldung einer weiteren Betriebsstätte

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source
SourceBetriebsanlagen: Genehmigungsprüfung
Betriebsanlagen: Genehmigungsprüfung

Unternehmensserviceportal · retrieved on 09/10/2026

Open original source

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