Setting up a business in Germany – Investor’s Basics GTAI

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This guide, produced by Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), describes how to set up a business in Germany. It outlines the different legal structures and explains the process for establishing a business in Germany. It focuses on the questions most often posed by companies seeking to set up in Germany giving a detailed explanation of entry and residence requirements, business establishment, corporate taxation and employees and social security in Germany.

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