Company Formation In Germany With Bank Account, VAT & EORI Number

Company formation in Germany

We are helping entrepreneurs from over 25 countries to start and grow their German business without taking care with burocracy.

 

Company formation in Germany
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We had to urgently open our new business in Germany. The whole process was quite daunting but Kristof from GmbH-UG.com was extremely helpful from the first moment I contacted him. Quick to respond, precise and detailed with his instructions. The whole process was made very quick and easy for us. Highly recommended!

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You Want To Set Up A Company In Germany
But Do Not Know Ho To Start?

To start a German company as a foreigner can be turn into dificculty, because of the German burocracy, banks which are not willing to open an account and numerous regulations that must be complied with.

Over the past years, we have guided hundreds of entrepreneurs from 25 countries and 4 continents in establishing and running a successfull German company.


  • Coordinate the company registration from A to Z
  • support you in opening a business bank account
  • support your application for EORI number (if required)
  • and recommend you a tax advisor who will apply for your tax and VAT numbers

We will be your personal success manager for the entire process, and happy to assist you at any time.





In 4 Steps To Your Company In Germany

1. Preparation and Notarization (about 1-5 days*)

With us, the preparation of your foundation usually takes less than 24 hours. However, the scheduling of a notary appointment can be delayed, depending on the availability of notaries and the city you would like to sign. Thanks to our network of notaries German-wide, we usually get an appointment faster than if someone unknown walks in off the street. No matter which package you choose, our colleagues will arrange the notary appointment for you.

2. Bank Account Opening (about 1-5 days*)

After the notary appointment, you must open a new business account for your GmbH or UG in formation. We support you competently and quickly in opening an account with our partner banks.

3. Commercial and Business Registration (about 2-6 weeks*)

After paying in the share capital, there is a period of waiting for the entry in the commercial register. During this time you are not yet allowed to start any business activity with the company. If you would rather get started immediately after the notary appointment, you can also acquire a shelf company.

4. Application for Tax, VAT & EORI numbers (about 2-8 weeks*)

Once all registrations have been made, you can apply for your company's tax number, EU VAT number and EORI number. With the help of our incorporation package, you can do the application yourself in a few minutes or hire a specialist to do it for you.

 

* The times are based on experience, which varies from city to city and from foundation to foundation. We recommend that you calculate about 1-3 months for the entire process.

 

Need a faster solution? Check our imadietely available shelf companies here.

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Here Is What You Get From Us

  • Complete coordination of the registration of a GmbH company in Germany (from A to Z)
  • Notary appointment in Germany (notarization is also possible from abroad)
  • Company name verification (IHK and more)
  • Bilingual certificate of incorporation
  • Company registration in the responsible authorities
  • Assistance with opening of a business bank account
  • Supporting your applications for German tax number, VAT number and EORI number
  • Premium business support and personal success manager
  • Online access to our Formation Assistant
  • Recommendation of tax advisor and software for bookkeeping

Total Value: 3,800 EUR
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Do you already know what kind of company you would like to register in Germany?

GmbH formation


The establishment of a German GmbH-type company requires a minimum share capital of 25,000 EUR, of which at least half, that is, 12,500 EUR, must be paid into the company’s bank account after the business is set up.

A German GmbH is an internationally- recognised and renowned business form that demonstrates confidence to its business partners.


Or learn more about the GmbH here

UG formation


Establishing a UG-type company (or Mini-GmbH) can be a good alternative to setting up a GmbH if the owners avail of less than EUR 12,500, or if they would like to try out their idea with less financial risk at first.

An UG can be established with EUR 1 in symbolic equity.


Or learn more about the UG here

Not sure?


If you are not sure regarding the company form, try our free company type configurator with which you can find the ideal legal type for your business in Germany.

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GmbH-UG.com Is The Right
Choice For You If...

  • You want to establish a company in Germany and to have success with them
  • You do not want to take care about paper work and burocracy
  • You are looking for an around solution, which includes everything you will need to start your company in Germany.

Choose Your Formation Package And Start Online:

UG GmbH
Formulate the business scope
Verification of the chosen company name and business purpose with the responsible Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)
Exchanged Check of the company’s name
Compliance Check (KYC)
Organizing a notary appointment in your wished German city
Founders can sign at different locations
Legalization abroad is possible
Online Assistant for creating the company statute
Bilingual Certificate of Incorporation (German and English)
Assistant to save formation costs
Shareholders can also be foreign companies
Checklist of documents required from the foreign shareholder company
Organizing an interpreter in 25 languages for the notary appointment (Germany-wide)
Support with opening a business bank account
24-hour notification upon entry in the Commercial Register
Support with the entry in the Transparency Register
Coordination of business registration (Gewerbeanmeldung)
Online tool for generate the opening balance
Application for tax number and VAT number (via German tax advisor)
Application for EORI number (optional)
Premium Business Support
Telephone support (moday-friday 8 AM to 5 PM)
Direct contact person / Personal Success Manager
Virtual Office in 18 German cities from 150 EUR monthly from 150 EUR monthly
1,800 EUR

(+19% VAT)

2,200 EUR

(+19% VAT)

Frequently Asked Questions

In Germany, the companies with capital, – such as the GmbH and the UG – are obliged to pay corporate (in German: Körperschaftssteuer) and local business tax (in German: Gewerbesteuer). Both tax types are to be paid after the annual profit. The corporate income tax rate including 'Solidaritätszuschlag' at present is 15.825%, while the local business tax varies from town to town, it is usually between 13-16%.

The duration of the company establishment depends on several factors, but it can be stated in general that the registration of a newly founded company and to receive its tax numbers takes a total of 1-3 months. If one needs an immediate solution, then the process can be shortened to 24 hours with the purchase of an entire company, so-called Vorratsgesellschaft or shelf company / ready-made company. These are such companies having performed no active business which have tax number and bank account number. The objective of their foundation is solely their later resale.

No, it is not necessary. The company formation in Germany can be done with our office without travelling.

If the owners of the company to be established are natural persons, then all you need is your valid personal ID or passport. In case of a passport. If the owner of the German company will be another company, then its articles of association and an up-to-date copy of the register is required from that company in official German translation and with Apostille endorsement.

To start your company formation in Germany, please choose a formation package at our website.

Regardless of whether your German company performs active business or not, you are to fulfil certain obligations. You can learn more about this and the occurring permanent costs in our following blog article: The costs of maintaining a company in Germany in 2022.