What exactly is meant by the Austrian research premium?
The research premium, amounting to 14% of total expenditures on research and experimental development, can be applied for by Austrian-based companies of all sizes. R&D-active companies in all sectors can claim the premium retroactively (since 2012). Both their own R&D costs and contract research are eligible for funding. Funding for contract research is limited to a maximum of EUR 1 million per year. The premium is generally credited to the taxable company but can also be paid out under certain conditions.
Research allowance
FOR WHOM?
Austrian SMEs and large companies
FOR WHAT?
Research and experimental development
HOW MUCH?
14% of total R&D expenditure!
The 3 most important benefits of the research allowance for your company
If an application for the research allowance is approved, companies have a legal entitlement to the funding under the Research Allowance Act. This provides companies with planning security for future projects.
Easy application
The research allowance is the R&D funding option with the best cost-benefit ratio. We handle most of the work and only require approximately four to six hours of your time for approval. We'll take care of the rest for you!
diversity
There are no thematic restrictions: Any company subject to tax in Germany is eligible, provided it meets the R&D criteria for the research allowance. Innovative tech companies, mechanical engineering companies, chemical companies, and companies in the life sciences sector are particularly well-suited.
Research premium in Austria: funding for innovative companies
The Austrian Research Premium is aimed at companies that invest in research and development (R&D) and thereby aim to develop innovative products, processes, or services. With an attractive tax refund of up to 14% of eligible R&D expenditure, the aim is to strengthen the innovative strength and competitiveness of Austrian companies. The premium is open to all topics and can be claimed by companies from all sectors, as long as the projects meet the criteria of the R&D definition.
Applications are submitted simply via the tax return, and both small and large businesses are eligible. Careful documentation of R&D activities is required to ensure the traceability and validity of the expenditures.
How to meet the criteria for the research allowance
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novelty
With your project, you gain new knowledge or skills that will advance your company
Your innovation goes beyond the current state of the art in your market
Technical risks
Your project may be jeopardized by imponderables or uncertainties, which could theoretically lead to failure
Economic risks are not relevant in this context
Planability
Your project includes clearly defined tasks and objectives
A detailed work plan is available, including resource planning and defined milestones
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The usual process for applying for the research bonus
Fill out the questionnaire
You will fill out a short questionnaire that will help us identify your operational research and experimental development costs.
Application preparation by GrantLift
Our team of experienced engineers, business economists, and lawyers will work closely with you to prepare your funding application. We will optimize the assessment basis to maximize the funding for your company.
Submission of the application
GrantLift will submit your application for the grant and answer any queries from the assessment office regarding the preparation of your assessment.
Decision by the tax office
After the report has been prepared, your application will be submitted to the tax office, which will decide whether to grant the research bonus.
