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. Then: Then Permit Check and the Finanzamt Timeline.
Founder OSThe full decision engineOpen tool Rechtsform FinderGmbH / UG / Einzel — matchedOpen tool Compare Legal FormsCost, liability, tax side by sideOpen tool Gewerbe / Permit CheckDo you need a permit?Open tool Name CheckCompany name + domainOpen tool Finanzamt TimelineEvery tax-office step in orderOpen tool