Wiener Wohnbeihilfe
A monthly allowance towards the rent if your household income is low compared with your housing costs. It is paid for private, municipal and subsidised rentals. The amount depends on income, household size, flat size and rent.
You apply online or at the MA 50. You need your lease, rent receipts, income proof for everyone in the household and a Meldezettel. Eligibility also depends on residence status; check the official page for your case.
Wiener Wohn-Ticket
The Wohn-Ticket is the entry ticket to municipal flats (Gemeindebau) and many subsidised flats. Conditions include a minimum age, an income limit, a residence status that qualifies, and at least two years of uninterrupted main residence in Vienna.
Since 22 September 2026 there has been one Wohn-Ticket for council and subsidised flats, and applicants are ranked by bonus points. You register at meinwohnticket.wien and Wohnberatung Wien checks your details. Ads that require a Wohn-Ticket are flagged in FlatDrop, so you don't waste a viewing.
Other help
- Mieterhilfe Wien: free legal advice for tenants.
- Schlichtungsstelle (MA 50): free check of rent levels and running costs.
- Arbeiterkammer: advice for employees.