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How to set up an Einzelunternehmen: Your guide to starting a sole proprietorship in Germany

Contents What is an Einzelunternehmen (sole proprietorship)? Types of Einzelunternehmen Gewerbe Freiberufler Kleingewerbe eingetragenen Kaufmann (e. K.) How to set up an Einzelunternehmen Capital Location Establishment Liability Business name Tax number and bookkeeping Einzelunternehmen and managing directors Einzelunternehmen and employing staff Want to know more?    Einzelunternehmem: What is a sole proprietorship? If you want …

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Visas for starting a business in Germany: A guide in plain English

Contents Two types of business activities  What are the visa requirements? Visas for Freiberufler Visas for Gewerbetreibender You’ve got a visa, now what?    [BEGIN: Insert an Image between this tag] [END insert Image] Got questions about setting up a business in Germany?  Startup expert 10+ years experience Hi, I’m Andreas and I’ve been advising …

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Niederlassungserlaubnis: How to apply for a German Settlement Permit

Contents Requirements settlement permit application  Exceptions, special regulations & amendments What if I’m setting up a company remotely? How to apply for a settlement permit in Germany Settlement permit vs. other residence titles   [BEGIN: Insert an Image between this tag] [END insert Image] Got questions about setting up a business in Germany? Startup expert …

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