Frequently asked questions

If you live most of the year in your ‘home’ country and wish to buy a vacation home in Austria, this is not a problem. As an EU resident, you are legally allowed to purchase property in other EU member states.

Yes. While EU citizens can legally buy property in other EU countries, you must comply with the rules applicable in Austria and in the specific federal state where you intend to buy. This includes regulations related to property use and zoning. Zoning determines whether a property can be rented as a vacation home.

In Austria, there are generally three types of property zoning: Zweitwohnsitz, Hauptwohnsitz, and Gewerbliche. Romex Investments uses the Gewerbliche zoning. The table below summarizes the differences between these three types:

*There are always exceptions, but in principle, these zonings do not allow use as a vacation home.

Rental obligations for Romex properties in Austria
All Austrian projects by Romex Investments include a rental obligation. Every property must be rented year-round, which is managed by our professional rental organization, Romex Restate. There is no “Freizeitwohnsitz” (private vacation home) option. Austrian authorities enforce these rules strictly.

Yes. Romex Investments’ apartments are located exclusively in areas where regulations allow foreigners to purchase vacation properties (see above).

As Austria is an EU member state, you can finance your property through an Austrian bank. Naturally, the conditions may differ slightly from those in the Netherlands. If you purchase a property through Romex Investments, we provide guidance on tax, legal, and financial matters.

Yes. If you rent out a vacation property in Austria, you will pay taxes on the income generated. The rate depends on various factors. Romex Investments’ tax specialists can provide detailed advice on this.