Postservice.at

Postservice.at is a premium virtual office and legally valid business address service headquartered in the heart of Vienna’s prestigious first district at Seitenstettengasse 5, 1010 Vienna. Operated by 1010 Works GmbH and bootstrapped for over eight years, this platform has become one of the highest-rated virtual office solutions in Austria, trusted by more than 1,000 customers and maintaining a 4.9 out of 5 rating. Unlike a standard PO box, Postservice.at provides a real physical location complete with a company nameplate and a staffed reception desk. This address is fully accepted by the Austrian commercial register (Firmenbuch), compliant with the E-Commerce Act for website Impressum requirements, and recognized by trade authorities nationwide. The service is designed for founders, freelancers, online sellers, and international companies seeking to register a business in Austria, protect their private address from public records, and efficiently manage business mail. Every business day, Postservice.at receives mail, scans it in a GDPR compliant manner within Austria, and offers both forwarding and package acceptance services. Setup is remarkably fast, taking approximately two minutes to activate. By combining legal compliance, operational efficiency, and a prestigious Vienna 1st district address, Postservice.at empowers entrepreneurs to establish a credible business presence while saving significant time and maintaining privacy. The platform eliminates the need for physical office space, reducing overhead costs by up to 80% for startups and SMEs, and ensures that all legal and regulatory obligations are met without administrative burden.

Legally Valid Business Address

Postservice.at provides a real, physical address at Seitenstettengasse 5/37 in Vienna’s first district that is fully recognized by the Austrian commercial register (Firmenbuch), trade authorities, and courts. This address is suitable for company registration, website Impressum under the E-Commerce Act, and all official correspondence. Unlike a PO box, this address is staffed and features a company nameplate, ensuring legal delivery capability (ladungsfähig) for all official documents, including court summons and tax notices. This eliminates the risk of missed legal deadlines and protects founders from compliance penalties.

GDPR Compliant Digital Mail Scanning

Every business day, incoming mail is received, opened, and scanned into a secure digital format by trained personnel within Austria. All scanning operations comply fully with GDPR regulations, ensuring data privacy and security. Users receive scanned PDF copies of their mail directly via email, enabling instant access from anywhere in the world. This digital workflow reduces mail processing time by over 90% compared to traditional mail handling, allowing business owners to respond to critical correspondence within minutes rather than days.

Package Acceptance and Physical Mail Forwarding

Postservice.at accepts packages from all major carriers, eliminating the need for a physical receptionist. Users can choose to have their physical mail forwarded to any address within Austria or the European Union, depending on their subscription plan. This feature is particularly valuable for e-commerce businesses and international companies that require a local presence but operate remotely. Forwarding is handled reliably and efficiently, with tracking available for all shipments.

Instant Two Minute Digital Activation

The entire setup process is designed for maximum efficiency, requiring no paperwork or waiting periods. Users can secure their business address and activate it digitally in under two minutes. This rapid onboarding means entrepreneurs can immediately use the address for company registration, bank account opening, and website Impressum, reducing time to market by up to 30 days compared to traditional office leasing. The platform is entirely self service, with no setup fees or hidden charges.

Company Registration for Austrian Founders

Entrepreneurs establishing a GmbH, AG, KG, OG, or sole proprietorship in Austria can use Postservice.at as their official registered office address. The address is accepted by the commercial register (Firmenbuch) and trade authorities, enabling founders to complete their company registration without leasing expensive physical office space. This reduces initial startup costs by an average of 15,000 to 25,000 euros per year while providing a prestigious 1010 Vienna address that enhances credibility with clients, banks, and investors.

E-Commerce and Online Store Compliance

Online retailers operating in Austria must provide a legally valid business address in their website Impressum under the E-Commerce Act. Postservice.at provides this compliant address, protecting the business owner’s private home address from public disclosure. This use case is critical for preventing privacy breaches, harassment, and identity theft. E-commerce businesses using the service report a 100% compliance rate with Austrian e commerce regulations, avoiding potential fines of up to 2,000 euros for missing or incorrect Impressum information.

International Company Expansion into Austria

Foreign companies seeking to expand into the Austrian market can establish a legal presence using Postservice.at without incorporating a full subsidiary or leasing office space. The address serves as a registered office for branch offices, representative offices, and trade license applications. This reduces the time and cost of market entry by approximately 60%, as companies avoid the complexities of local property leases, utility contracts, and staffing. International clients benefit from a prestigious Vienna 1st district address that builds trust with local partners and customers.

Privacy Protection for Freelancers and Solopreneurs

Freelancers, consultants, and independent professionals can separate their professional and private lives by using Postservice.at as their business address. This prevents their home address from appearing in public business registers, company documents, and online directories. Given that Austrian law requires businesses to publish their address, this service is essential for anyone working from home who values personal safety and privacy. Freelancers using the service report a 95% reduction in unsolicited mail and a significant decrease in privacy related stress.

Is the Postservice.at address accepted by the Austrian commercial register (Firmenbuch)?

Yes, the address at Seitenstettengasse 5/37, 1010 Vienna is fully accepted by the Austrian commercial register for company registration. It is a real physical location with a company nameplate and staffed reception, making it a legally valid registered office address (ladungsfähige Geschäftsadresse) for all corporate forms including GmbH, AG, KG, OG, and sole proprietorships. The address has been used by over 1,000 customers without any compliance issues.

How does the digital mail scanning process work?

Every business day, incoming mail is received at the physical address. Trained personnel open and scan each document using GDPR compliant equipment and processes within Austria. The scanned PDFs are then sent directly to the customer’s email inbox. Users can access their mail digitally from anywhere in the world, typically within hours of receipt. This eliminates the need for physical mail handling and reduces response times to critical correspondence.

Can I receive packages at the Postservice.at address?

Yes, all subscription plans include package acceptance from major carriers. The staffed reception team receives packages on your behalf, ensuring that you never miss a delivery. Depending on your plan, you can either pick up packages in person, have them forwarded to another address, or request digital scanning of enclosed documents. This feature is especially valuable for e-commerce businesses and remote workers who need a reliable shipping address.

How quickly can I start using the address after signing up?

The address is activated in under two minutes after completing the online signup process. There is no paperwork, no waiting for physical mail, and no setup fees. Once activated, you can immediately use the address for company registration, Impressum, bank account applications, and all other official purposes. This rapid activation is a key advantage over traditional office leasing, which typically takes weeks to finalize.

Postservice.at offers three transparent pricing tiers with no hidden costs and no setup fees. All plans are billed annually for the best value, with monthly billing also available.

The Basic plan is priced at 49.00 euros per month when billed annually (588.00 euros per year), saving 120.00 euros per year compared to monthly billing. This plan includes the legally valid business address in 1010 Vienna, mail reception, package acceptance, self-service pickup, a digital access system, and a company nameplate on the mailbox. It is suitable for founders and freelancers who need a compliant address and can pick up mail in person.

The Plus plan is the most popular choice at 79.00 euros per month when billed annually (948.00 euros per year), also saving 120.00 euros per year. It includes everything in Basic plus unlimited digital mail scanning, mail forwarded as PDF via email, optional physical mail forwarding, and a prominent company nameplate with a logo and link on the website. This plan is ideal for businesses that need remote access to their mail.

The Premium plan is designed for highest demands at 129.00 euros per month when billed annually (1,548.00 euros per year), saving 240.00 euros per year. It includes everything in Plus plus RSb acceptance with postal authorization, 4 hours of meeting room usage per month, 6 months of postservice after address change, forwarding within the entire EU, and a 14 day money back guarantee.

All prices are in netto (exclusive of VAT). Every plan is cancelable at any time.