Company Formation

  Retail is changing: Future prospects Retailers in Germany and beyond are the major intersection between consumers and retail businesses. With around three million employees, the retail trade is one of the branches of the German economy with the highest employment. The branch industry report for 2016 of the German Retail Association shows that 66% …

Contents Why is the notary appointment important? What happens during it? How long does the notary appointment take? What documents are needed? What does the CEO’s insurance cover? What can go wrong? What are the waiting times? Where I arrange a notary appointment? How does it cost? What should I do if I missed it?  …

Contents Who can use the IHK name check? Why should I use an IHK name check? What exactly does the IHK check? What about trademarks?  Are there special rules? When is the right time? Is it compulsory? Which IHK? How long does it take? What does it cost? What happens if it gets rejected? What …

Contents What is an apostille? Hague Apostille What does it look like? Apostille vs. legalisation How do I apply for one?  Where can I apply in Germany?   What is an apostille? An apostille is a special form of notarial certification in the international authentication procedure. It was adopted in the ‘Hague Convention on the …

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Contents Choose the right legal form Find a business address Come up with a name & company objective Apply for an IHK check Make a notary appointment Draft your articles of association Prepare for the notary appointment Show up to the notary appointment Open a business bank account Deposit the share capital Send the share capital’s …