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
You're in Start a Business. Use this to move from an idea to a legally registered business in Germany. Start with Rechtsform Finder if you're unsure whether Gewerbe, Freiberufler, UG or GmbH fits.
What this does: Matches a legal form (Gewerbe, Freiberufler, UG, GmbH…) to your plan and liability.
When to use it: Before you register — when you don't know which structure fits.
What you need: Your activity, expected profit, and how much personal liability you accept.
What to do next: Take the suggested form into Compare Legal Forms, then Permit Check.
Orientation only — not legal advice. Confirm with the Gewerbeamt, IHK or a lawyer.