EU & Eurozone

Germany

Company Registration • GmbH & UG • Virtual Office

Requirements Process Tax System

Business in Germany

Europe's Largest Economy

Germany is the economic powerhouse of Europe, offering unparalleled business opportunities, global credibility, and access to the world's fourth-largest economy.

German companies benefit from world-class infrastructure, highly skilled workforce, and prestige in international business.

Key advantages:

Europe's largest economy with 83+ million consumers
World leader in engineering and manufacturing
Excellent infrastructure and skilled workforce
Strong legal framework and IP protection
Central location in Europe
Prestigious business reputation worldwide

Registration Requirements

What you need to register a company

GmbH (LLC)

Minimum 1 shareholder (any nationality)
At least 1 managing director
Share capital: €25,000 (€12,500 paid-up)
Registered office in Germany

UG (Mini-GmbH)

Minimum 1 shareholder
Share capital: from €1
25% of profits to reserves
Convert to GmbH when capital reaches €25,000

Documents Required

Passport copies of shareholders/directors
Proof of address (utility bill)
Business plan description
Notarized articles of association

Registration Process

We guide you through every step

1

Consultation

Analysis of your business needs and choosing the right company type.

2

Document Preparation

Drafting articles of association, collecting required documents.

3

Notarization

Notarial certification of documents and capital deposit.

4

Registration

Entry in commercial register (Handelsregister). Processing: 2-4 weeks.

Tax System

Key taxes for German companies

Corporate Tax

15% corporate tax + 5.5% solidarity surcharge.

Trade Tax

7-17% depending on municipality (Gewerbesteuer).

VAT

Standard rate 19%. Reduced rate 7% for specific goods.

Dividend Tax

25% withholding tax + 5.5% solidarity surcharge.

Double Tax Treaties

Germany has 90+ tax treaties for international planning.

Reporting

Annual financial statements. Audit for large companies.

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