GERMANY IMMIGRATION

Entrepreneur Visa

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Germany Entrepreneur Visa?

There are two paths you can take: freelance work (Freiberufler) or setting up as a self-employed entrepreneur (Gewerbe). Discover the best fit for you in our article on different business types.

If you’re leaning towards being a self-employed entrepreneur, you’ll need to apply for a residence permit for self-employment. Meeting general criteria is a must, and it helps to address specific requirements in your business plan:

Starting a Business in Germany

1. Demonstrate commercial interest or regional demand for your products/services.
2. Show how your business will positively impact the German economy.
3. Secure financing through capital or a loan commitment.

For guidance, reach out to business associations in your target region. If you graduated from a German university or have a research permit, and your business aligns with your academic background, you’ll need a self-employment permit but can skip the specific requirements.

Important: You must be financially self-sufficient in Germany. If you’re over 45, prove you have adequate pension provisions.

Duration of the permit:

If your business succeeds, you can extend your residence permit for up to three years. After that, you can apply for a settlement permit, allowing you to stay in Germany indefinitely.

Fees: Visa, residence, settlement, or extension applications incur fees, typically €80-€147. Confirm with the foreigners’ authority or mission abroad for specific rates based on your location and stay duration.

Required documents for a residence permit:

1. Completed application form
2. Valid passport
3. Business plan
4. Proof of health insurance
5. For researchers and academics: current employment contract
6. For German university graduates: copy of your degree certificate
7. If you’re 45 or older: proof of adequate pension provisions

Consider including documents on your references and entrepreneurial experience for a comprehensive application. Good luck with your business venture in Germany!

Kick-start your business in Germany?

It’s a hotspot for global entrepreneurs, offering a vibrant economy, robust intellectual property laws, government support, and a diverse society. If you’re a skilled professional with a solid business idea, Germany could be your ideal destination.

Wondering about visas? Well, it depends on your nationality. EU citizens and those from select countries (Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, UK, USA) enjoy visa-free entry. Others may need a residence permit for self-employment.

Already in Germany? With a valid permit or specific self-employment visa, apply for a residence permit at the Foreigners’ Authority. If you’re abroad, secure a visa for self-employment at the German mission, a process taking 2-4 months.

Two business paths await: freelance (Freiberufler) or self-employed entrepreneur (Gewerbe). Each requires a specific visa, like the “residence permit for freelance employment” for freelancers. Prove financial stability, livelihood, professional permissions, and, if over 45, pension provisions. Success may lead to a permit extension and, after five years, a settlement permit for permanent residence.

For self-employed entrepreneurs, a residence permit is needed. Submit a convincing business plan showcasing commercial interest, positive impact on the German economy, and secured financing. If aged 45 or older, prove pension provisions. Like freelancers, success opens doors to extended permits and, after three years, a settlement permit for permanent residence.

Costs vary; application fees range from €80 to €147. For detailed info, check with your local foreigner’s authority or mission abroad.

For more information, contact +91 8130078449 or info@countrywidevisas.com.

Note: Our services comply with German legal regulations, excluding legal advice.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Entrepreneur Visa is not just a travel document; it’s a ticket to a world of possibilities. By understanding the intricacies of the application process, crafting a compelling business plan, and learning from the successes of others, aspiring entrepreneurs can pave the way for a successful venture abroad.

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