Digitisation Funding in Austria: Overview of Funding for Digitisation
Veröffentlicht am 28.01.2026
Lesedauer: 11 min
Digitalization is playing an increasingly important role in all areas of our lives in Austria. And the economy must also keep up with the latest developments in this area: the digitalization of business processes can make them significantly more efficient and increase the competitiveness of companies. That is why it is worthwhile to continuously analyze, optimize, and update internal processes.
However, the use of modern, digital solutions is often associated with a higher initial investment. In order to support Austrian companies with digitalisation projects, more and more nationwide and regional digitalisation funding schemes are being launched. In this article, we have summarised the most important information on current digitalisation funding for you.
What you Should Know About Digitalisation Funding
Who receives digitalization funding?
The majority of funding is aimed at micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They are categorised according to the number of employees and are based on EU recommendations. However, there are also subsidies that can be applied for regardless of the size of the company.
Which projects are eligible for funding?
The type of funding is very diverse. Some of the funding focuses on digitalisation processes such as
- digital business models
- software development
- online marketing
- e-commerce
- and IT and cybersecurity.
The other part of the funding includes business consulting and training to increase the efficiency and competitiveness of your company.
How is the subsidy amount calculated?
Subsidies in Austria generally have a subsidy rate that is used to calculate the amount of the subsidy. The subsidy rate is either fixed or determined on the basis of factors such as company size and project scope. The maximum funding amount is usually limited in order to give as many companies as possible access to the available funding.
Nationwide Subsidies for Digitization in Austria
Regardless of your company’s location, you can access central federal funding programs that are specifically designed to promote digital transformation and environmental sustainability in the domestic economy.
KMU.DIGITAL
KMU.DIGITAL is an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy (BMAW) and the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO). The main aim of the initiative is to support SMEs in Austria in the development and implementation of digitalisation projects.
The additional funding program KMU.DIGITAL & GREEN will continue to be available for the new funding period. This focuses on the ecological transformation of SMEs with the help of digitalisation. The focus is on 6 sustainability topics:
- Energy efficiency
- Circular economy & resource planning
- Mobility
- Procurement & supply chain
- Communication & strategy
- In-house
For both KMU.DIGITAL and KMU.DIGITAL & GREEN, there are 3 types of digitisation funding to choose from:
- Status and potential analysis: grant of 80% (max. 400 euros/tool)
- Strategy consulting: 50% subsidy (max. 1,000 euros/tool)
- Implementation funding: Grant of 30% (max. 6,000 euros)
If several consulting tools are combined, the maximum funding amount is EUR 3,000.
aws-Digitisation
The digitisation funding from austria wirtschaftsservice (aws) provides support for your digitalisation project. Funding is available for the digitalisation of products, services and processes, e-commerce activities as well as consulting and implementation costs.
The funding can be applied for by companies in the fields of artificial intelligence, material goods production, production-related services and by companies in the “Digitalisation Tyrol” special condition.
The funding is a non-repayable grant of a maximum of 150,000 euros. The project duration should not exceed 2 years. The funding application must be submitted before the project starts. Projects that have already begun before the application is submitted are not eligible for funding.
Further Digitisation Funding for your Federal State
In addition to nationwide programs, individual states offer tailored funding initiatives to set regional priorities and provide targeted support to local companies in their individual digitalization efforts. Here you will find an overview of the most important digitalization funding programs in your state.
Application for Digitisation Funding in Austria: This is How the Application Process Works
Please note that this process does not apply universally to all digitization subsidies in Austria. You can obtain detailed information on the application process for your chosen funding programme from the relevant funding agency.
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Choosing the right funding and advice
Firstly, you need to decide which type of funding is best suited to your project (regional or national, loan or grant). Most providers of digitization subsidies in Austria offer initial consultations where you can obtain detailed information.
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Developing the project
The more detailed your project is, the better your chances of receiving funding. When preparing the project content, make sure that it meets the requirements of the selected funding programme. As soon as you have compiled all the necessary documents for your project, you can submit an application for funding.
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Application
In most cases, the application must be submitted before the project begins. The application is normally submitted via an online portal. As soon as you have submitted the application, you should receive a confirmation of receipt by e-mail.
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Review of the application
Your application will first be checked for completeness. If any documents are missing, you will be contacted. A review committee will decide whether your project is accepted or rejected. If your project is accepted, you will receive a funding contract.
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Realisation of the project
Once you have signed the funding agreement, you can start implementing your project. Should there be any changes, we recommend that you inform the funding provider immediately.
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Payment of the grant
Once the project has been completed, you must submit all the required documents for the utilisation of the grant to your provider. These will be checked and compared with the original information in your funding application. Once the review has been completed, you will receive the agreed funding amount.
