Expanding your business to Slovakia?
Here is how to do it right!
Are you looking to expand your business into Slovakia?
Lower taxes, lower labour costs, and a growing market – Slovakia offers many advantages for Austrian companies. Danube Tax guides you through the expansion process and ensures all tax and legal obligations are handled properly.
– Klaus Krammer, Founder of Danube Tax
Common challenges for entrepreneurs expanding to Slovakia
Common challenges for entrepreneurs expanding to Slovakia
- Lack of knowledge about legal forms – the choice between s.r.o., a.s., or sole proprietorship is unclear
- Problems with tax registration – delays or errors in registering with the Slovak tax office
- Double taxation – unclear tax obligations in Austria and Slovakia
- Uncertainty about permanent establishment rules – risking unexpected tax liabilities
- Lack of understanding of Slovak VAT – mistakes in VAT registration and payments leading to back taxes
- Unresolved social security questions – uncertainty about where contributions must be paid
- Incorrect payroll calculations – overlooking differences in minimum wages, social contributions, and taxes
- Missing trade registration – failure to obtain necessary permits and licenses
- Missed tax benefits – potential subsidies and grants remain unused
- Issues with transfer pricing – incorrect pricing between the Austrian parent and Slovak subsidiary
- Improper contract drafting – contracts not compliant with Slovak legal requirements
- Poor accounting structure – incomplete or inaccurate bookkeeping leads to penalties
- Inadequate preparation for tax audits – companies are unprepared for Slovak tax inspections
- Overlooking legal differences – employment law, tax law, and business regulations are underestimated
How Danube Tax supports your expansion to Slovakia
How Danube Tax supports your expansion to Slovakia
- Accurate tax registration in Slovakia
We handle all tax registrations properly and on time. - Minimising permanent establishment risks
We check whether your operations create a taxable permanent establishment and structure them accordingly. - Avoiding double taxation
Thanks to our knowledge of the Austria-Slovakia tax treaty, we prevent double taxation. - Correct VAT application in Slovakia
We help you comply with Slovak VAT regulations to avoid back payments or penalties. - Clarifying social security obligations
We assess your obligations and prevent double contributions. - Compliant employee posting
We ensure all posting requirements for employees in Slovakia are fulfilled. - Accurate payroll processing
We ensure wages, minimum wages, and social contributions in Slovakia are correctly calculated and paid.
- Invoice compliance with Slovak law
We review your invoices to meet all legal standards and avoid future issues. - Vehicle taxes and registration
We advise you when Slovak vehicle tax and registration apply and how to avoid unnecessary charges. - Legally secure contracts
We help you adapt your contracts to Slovak law. - Timely official registrations
Whether it’s trade registration, tax office, or social security – we manage all necessary processes. - Utilising tax benefits in Slovakia
We check which subsidies and tax advantages your business can benefit from. - Optimising company relocation
We support you in relocating your business to Slovakia in a tax-efficient way. - Understanding legal differences
We explain the legal differences between Austria and Slovakia to help you avoid costly errors.
Your Danube Tax consultation process
I.
Free initial consultation & introduction
In a non-binding initial meeting, we discuss your specific tax and legal questions. We analyse your situation and outline possible solutions.
II.
Detailed review and strategy
After our initial analysis, we check all relevant tax and social security obligations. You receive a clear strategy to minimise risks and comply with all requirements.
III.
Implementation and ongoing support
We handle all necessary registrations, filings, and tax processes for you. From setting up your company to accurate reporting – you have a reliable partner at your side.
IV.
Ongoing accounting & financial reporting
If desired, we take care of your bookkeeping, tax returns, and annual accounts on a continuous basis. This helps you avoid mistakes and save valuable time.
About Danube Tax & founder Klaus Krammer
Klaus Krammer & Danube Tax – your partner for cross-border tax advice and Austrian tax matters.
International business comes with tax challenges. Danube Tax helps companies avoid tax traps, prevent double taxation, and structure their operations effectively.
Behind the firm is Klaus Krammer, an experienced tax advisor with deep expertise in international tax law. He offers tailored solutions, especially for companies from Slovakia or Romania looking to expand into Austria.
Whether it's company formation, permanent establishments, social security, or VAT – Danube Tax ensures your operations are legally sound and tax-optimised. Freelancers and private individuals planning to move their tax residence also receive expert support.
Klaus Krammer and his team provide the security your business needs, so you can fully focus on your success.
Do you have questions or want to get to know us? Send us a message today!
We look forward to hearing from you and will get back to you as soon as possible!