Live in Austria while having a job in Canada

Can I work remotely in Austria for a company in Canada?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. Are you legally allowed to work in Austria?
  2. Can you travel back and forth?
  3. Do you have any residence permit in Austria?
  4. Are you allowed to work in Canada?
  5. Can you travel back and forth without any residence permit?

If you have answered “yes” to all of these questions, then it’s possible to work in Austria for a company in Canada.
But before you start working, you have to check whether you have any obligations or taxes to pay in Austria.

How can I find a remote job in Canada while living in Austria?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Canada even if you are located in Austria, for that we need to understand what the differences are between Canada and Austria.

In Canada, you are not required to have a job, while in Austria, you are required to have a job.
In Canada, you can travel to and live in the United States without a visa, while in Austria, you are required to have a visa to live in the United States.

How can I get paid in Austria when working remotely for a company in Canada?

It is possible to get paid in Austria while working for a company in Canada but it is not easy and there are a lot of complications.

You can get paid in Austria when working remotely for a company in Canada.
Austria is a great place to live and work.

Will I pay taxes in Austria or Canada when working remotely in Austria?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Austria for a corporation in Canada, so it is important to understand the tax laws in both countries.

I am a Canadian citizen working remotely in Austria.
Will I be taxed in Austria or Canada?
The answer to this question depends on whether you are self-employed or working for a corporation.
Self-employed
If you are a Canadian citizen working remotely in Austria, you will not be taxed in Austria. You are self-employed, so you do not need to pay taxes in Austria.
Working for a corporation
If you are working for a corporation in Canada, you will be taxed in Canada. The company will pay you a salary, which will be tax-free. You will then pay taxes in Canada on your earnings.
When you work for a company in Canada, you are considered an employee of that company, not an independent contractor.
In Canada, the company that employs you is responsible for paying taxes. Your income is considered to be the company’s income, and the company is required to withhold tax from your pay.
The company must file an income tax return and pay taxes on its income. You must then file a Canada income tax return and pay taxes on your own income.
In Canada, the company must pay you a salary, which is tax-free. The company then pays taxes on your salary.
If you are a Canadian citizen working in Austria for a company in Canada, you will be taxed in Canada.