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HOW TO EXPÄND INTO THE LÄND:
Investment manual for Baden-Württemberg

Our detailed guide

We will assist you on every step of your journey to locating successfully to Baden-Württemberg. The following investment manual provides an initial overview of the main steps and information on founding a company and corporate taxes as well as on labor law regulations in Germany and funding opportunities in Baden-Württemberg.

How to navigate your way through the location process

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Get in touch with us

Whether you need tailored information, assistance in finding a location or help to establish business relationships in THE LÄND, Baden-Württemberg International is the one-stop agency for support and advice for your expansion project into Baden-Württemberg.

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Project description

Together we will clarify what your requirements are and create a short profile for your project. In this way, we can offer you the services you require tailored to your specific needs.

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Choose a location in THE LÄND

With the location database, you have a tool to search for locations customized to your needs. We will be happy to help you source a location and will liaise with the municipal authorities and view the locations on the ground.

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Choose the legal form that works for you

When you set up a company in Germany, you can choose from a range of different legal forms. These differ in terms of liability, formalities for founding as well as taxation. You can find an overview and further links to the various legal forms and your taxation here.

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Opening a German bank account and preparing the documents for setting up a company

We will be happy to put you in touch with suitable lawyers, tax advisors, notaries and other experts.

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Registering your company in the commercial register

In Germany, all of the basic details about a company are filed in the commercial register in order to create entrepreneurial legal certainty and transparency.

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Applying for a residence permit

A visa is often necessary for non-EU citizens spending a longer period in Germany. You can find an overview and further links relating to entry to and residency in Germany here.

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Commencing business activity

Once your company has been entered in the commercial register, you can commence business activity and start enjoying your entrepreneurial success in Baden-Württemberg. We will also be happy to help you recruit staff and network with collaboration partners.

All important information about locating here

You can find further information and helpful links to core topics related to your expansion project into Baden-Württemberg below.

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A strong team for your success

We are your point of contact for successful investment and for all your questions about locating to Baden-Württemberg. Our team of experienced experts will accompany you with individual and comprehensive advice, from the initial idea to the implementation of your investment project.

Get in touch with us today – and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.

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