Company Formation and Market Entry
Are you starting your business or planning to enter the German market? We advise you on all steps during the foundation process and coordinate lawyers, other advisors and notary appointments if necessary. We discuss your tax obligations with you and set up the necessary processes for accounting and tax compliance together with you.
Structuring your foundation and market entry alike
Domestic and foreign entrepreneurs alike should analyse the planned structure also with regard to its tax consequences before starting their business. We discuss possible alternatives with you, ranging from single corporations (GmbH, AG, UG) to holding structures and partnerships (OHG, GmbH & Co. KG).
Deciding where to locate your business and due diligence
Besides economic aspects, tax matters should be also be taken into account when setting up an operation, for example with regards to the applicable trade tax rates, the avoidance of unwanted permanent establishments or where the company’s management will be situated. We advise you on optimal solutions and tax risks.
Subsidiaries and (branch) offices
We have longterm experience with assisting foreign shareholders during their first steps in the German market and are familiar with the challenges of German tax, commercial and company law. Our team will support you in English language with all necessary steps, e.g. opening a bank account, registering a trade or a branch.
Financing your business and subsidies
Applying for subsidies and securing external financing is often essential for start-ups. We discuss with you means of external financing, such as bank loans, mezzanine financing and private equity. In cooperation with lawyers, notaries and banks, we support you in drawing up the necessary business and liquidity forecasts.
Tax registration and your business model
There are a number of aspects to consider when it comes to tax registration, such as the number of employees, planned cross-border transactions and the necessary amount of advance payments. We go through these issues with you based on your business model and help you taking the right decisions.
Value-added tax specifics and your business
We analyse whether your activities are subject to VAT and whether possible exemptions come into consideration. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the options with you and subsequently implement the chosen solution, from invoicing to submitting the (advance) VAT returns if necessary.