Repairing bonus exposed: How to secure 100 euros!

Repairing bonus exposed: How to secure 100 euros!

Wien, Österreich - The Austrian repair bonus was exposed to immediate effect after the demand exhausted the available funds. From now on, no new applications can be accepted. The funding that originally offered grants of up to 200 euros for the repair of electrical appliances and bicycles had proven to be extremely popular since its introduction in April 2022. Around 1.7 million repair bons have been used up to the present time, reports Kosmo.

Appreciates particularly frequently for the repair of smartphones, washing machines and coffee machines. With the expansion of the program to bicycle repairs in September 2024, the demand continued to increase. However, these high numbers led to many workshops overloaded and longer waiting times for customers.

validity and other funding opportunities

Although the repair bonus has been exposed, vouchers already issued are valid for three weeks, so that they can be redeemed at the participating companies during this time. However, there is positive news for the Viennese citizens: the regional Viennese repair bonus is still available. This grants grants of up to 100 euros and can be applied for again since April 2025. All people with residence in Vienna are entitled to claim.

according to oesterreich.gv.at the resumption of the funding program for this year is planned, but there is still a concrete time for the restart. This funding is supported by the “Next Generation EU” financing and construction fund, with a total of 130 million euros being made available by 2026, supplemented by 124 million euros from national funds.

Details for funding

The repair bonus covers a variety of devices: power tools, electronic devices with power cables, battery or solar modules, as well as repairs not electronic components of electrical appliances. It is important to note that the devices must be owned by the applicant; Borrowed or rented devices are excluded from the funding. The premium is 50% of the gross costs that are capable of promoting, but a maximum of 200 euros for repairs and 30 euros for cost estimates.

The repair bonus must be redeemed within three weeks of the exhibition at a partner company. A BON can be requested for each electrical or electronic device as well as for bicycles. There is no restriction regarding the number of BONS per person or household, which creates additional incentives to use the program.