Provides advice on how to perform due diligence and in what areas it is necessary for a U.S. company. Includes information on the U.S. Commercial Service International Company Profile service.
Last Published: 7/9/2019

The Austrian economy is highly regulated, which means that controls exist against fraud; however, they do not stop all fraudulent activity.

Due diligence is important in Austria, as it is everywhere. Basic information on a company, such as confirmation of registration and confirmation that no bankruptcy proceedings are in process, is readily available from official and semi-official sources. Commercial background checks on Austrian companies can be obtained through the U.S. Commercial Service in Austria, as well as, through private sector resources.
 

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