Company Formation

Your ultimate guide to starting a business in Germany The chapters below cover each stage you’ll have to go through as an international founder wanting to set up a business in Germany. The first chapter asks the most important question: Do you have the right legal status to start a business in Germany? If you …

Contents: What is a Holding? Who can start a Holding? How to form a Holding How to structure a Holding The formation process Other things to think about  Want to know more about holdings?    [BEGIN: Insert an Image between this tag] [END insert Image] Got questions about setting up a holding company in Germany?  …

How to start a GmbH GmbH planning and requirements Company name and company objective Determine the share capital Choose between standardised or customised articles of association Go the notary appointment to make it official Open a business bank account Enter the GmbH into the commercial register Register with the trade office  Do a trade registration …

Contents Requirements & authorisations Expertise Target group & customers Financing Capital Legal form Registrations Offer Location Marketing Equipment   Opening a Café in Germany: Permits & Requirements Gaststättenkonzession: Do I need a license for my café? If you plan to offer alcoholic beverages alongside your coffee specialties, you’ll need a Gaststättenkonzession (premises licence), commonly known …

Contents Understanding the GmbH Importance of the GmbH in Germany Legal structure of the GmbH Benefits of having a GmbH Starting a GmbH  Common misconceptions  Famous GmbHs Conclusion   [BEGIN: Insert an Image between this tag] [END insert Image] Got questions about the GmbH? Startup expert 10+ years experience Hi, I’m Andreas, and I’ve been …

Contents Prerequisites Business plan Expertise Legal form Registrations Location Target group Offer Personnel Marketing   What are the requirements to set up a security company in Germany? To register or operate a security company, you must meet certain criteria. Security services are part of the Bewachungsgewerbe (security industry) and require a Gewerbeerlaubnis (business licence) before …