Business & Self-employment

Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.

Business & Self-employment

Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.

Section tools
Business at a glance
Setup paths4
Legal formsGmbH · UG · …
Tax checkpoints6+
Risk checks5
Germany · founder tools

You're in Freelance & Self-employment. Use this to work independently or earn side income. Start with Scheinselbstständigkeit Radar if you depend on one client.

What this does: Matches roles to your profile and shows the gap to close.
When to use it: When unsure which paid work to pursue first.
What you need: Your skills, languages and experience.
What to do next: Close the top gap, then apply.
Official German sourcesLast updated: Reviewed regularlyMethodology
Start a business in Germany — founding guide