Setting up a business
Munich jobs: Enter the hotspot!
Are you thinking about starting your own business in Munich? Or do you want to get self-employed? Then you are in the right city! Munich is considered a start-up hotspot in Bavaria – and for the whole of Germany. If you want to set up your own business or branch office as a third-country national, you will learn how to proceed here.
More on visa and residence
Do you need support with the documents for your legal move to Munich? Here, we show you all you need to know about visas and other legal documents.
Great conditions: Munich loves start-ups.
With 477 start-ups, Bavaria ranked first in Germany, ahead of Berlin (468) and North Rhine-Westphalia (413). 39 % of the start-ups founded in Bavaria are located in Munich. With 12.4 start-ups per 100,000 inhabitants, Munich is just behind Berlin (12.5).
Are you thinking of starting a business?
The Munich Startup Office is your one-stop shop for getting your business off the ground! They offer free, expert advice and support to anyone considering starting a business in Munich. Their services are confidential and impartial. They help with start-up formalities, business plans – and even premises. The Munich Startup Office advises on subsidies, financial aid, and taxes. They are also helping to make Munich a thriving hub for start-ups, and are particularly interested in supporting businesses with a positive social or environmental impact.
Why not open a branch office in Munich?
The city and surrounding area have a very vibrant labor market with a wide range of industries and a strong focus on international business. For international companies interested in doing business in Munich, this page provides a summary of the key steps. From finding business partners to setting up an office in Munich, find out who to contact for assistance in expanding to Munich – for both established and start-up companies.
Helpful start-up advice
Munich’s Business Startup Office offers independent, expert advice on becoming self-employed.
Social Impact Lab München (page in German): This organization is dedicated to helping people with migrant backgrounds become successful entrepreneurs. They offer various resources and professional support: personal mentoring and coaching, workshops and networking events.
A great startup partner: „Wir gründen in Deutschland“.
This website is for anyone interested in starting a business, no matter where you are on your journey. They offer information and guidance for EU and non-EU citizens alike:
Wir gründen in Deutschand: their offers
Starting from scratch:
Do you entertain a business idea? They will guide you through the steps to get started.
Already self-employed:
Do you want to grow your business? They can give you advice on how to solidify your business.
Visas and permits:
Are you unsure about visa or permit requirements? They can help you get the right documentation.
Initial requirements:
Do self-employment regulations confuse you? They can explain the requirements and steps involved.
