AUSZUG AUS BEISPIELHAFTEM BAUPLAN VON SCHUIVENS BAUUNTERNEHMUNG
EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE IN
BUSINESS IMMIGRATION
Citizens of non-European Union countries have the
right to undertake business activities in Germany
and to receive a residence permit for this purpose
according to §21 Residence Act. Our brochure will
provide you with an overview of the requirements
German law imposes on foreign entrepreneurs who
intend to conduct business activities in Germany.
Furthermore, our experienced team of lawyers
at Schlun & Elseven will assist you in starting your
business in Germany and aid you in acquiring
German residency and the required work permits.
Berlin - Cologne - Hamburg
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Project-ID: GER-2586-19-5
As the world’s third largest exporting nation,
competing with China and the US, Germany is rightly
viewed as a door to the world. With €469 billion
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Germany has also
proved itself to be an investment magnet and one of
the top regions for foreign investors. Germany is one
of the main destinations for investment within the
European Union. Entrepreneurs as well as investors
appreciate its educated and efficient workforce,
as well as its political, social and legal security.
- Munich - Aachen - Dusseldorf
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FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED PROGRAM § 21 GERMAN RESIDENCE ACT

The residence permit for self-employed persons is legislated for by § 21 German
Residence Act. Our team will be on-hand to support you during the entire
process and help you, that your business meets the following requirements.
• Fulfil the needs of Germany
• Have a beneficial economic impact
• Be fully covered by the own capital of the client or bank loan

To ensure the sustainability of the business project, the following criteria will also be taken into account:

• Viability of the business plan

• Relevant business experience
• Amount to be invested in Germany
• Impact of the business project on employment and skills
• Contribution of the project to innovation and research

STEPS TO OBTAIN A RESIDENCE PERMIT BASED ON YOUR BUSINESS

1. Develop a Business Idea

2. Draft a business plan
3. Discuss the business plan with the local Chamber of Commerce and Industry
4. Incorporat a company - e.g. start a German GmbH
5. Apply for the visa under § 21 AufenthG
6. Enter Germany and register with the local registration office
7. Apply for a residence permit by submission of all documents

ABOUT US
Schlun & Elseven is a leading German law firm with
international capabilities, specializing in business
immigration, commercial law & corporate law. Our
Immigration team consists of highly qualified lawyers
with many years of practical experience. We advise
and represent our clients fluently in Chinese, English,
German, Persian, Russian, Spanish and Turkish.
We are successfully helping foreign business
owners to relocate to Germany, do business
and establish themselves in the vibrant German
market, which is the economic engine of Europe.
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At Schlun & Elseven, we work with our clients
to develop a thorough immigration strategy.
Our aim is to ensure that our clients achieve
their short-, medium- & long-term goals.

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COST AND TIMELINE FOR OUR SERVICES

STEP DRAFTING / DISCUSS THE APPLICATION COMPANY APPLY FOR

AMENDING OF THE BUSINESS PLAN FOR VISA IN FORMATION RESIDENCY
BUSINESSPLAN WITH THE CHAMBER ACCORDANCE TO
OF COMMERCE & §21 AUFENTHG
INDUSTRY AT THE GERMAN
EMBASSY

COSTS 5.000 EUR 1.000 EUR 5.000 EUR 4.000 EUR 5.000 EUR

TIME BUSINESS PLAN: ~ 8 WEEKS TIME TO PREPARE ~ 10 WEEKS ~ 10 WEEKS

AFTER OBTAINING APPLICATION: AFTER
ALL THE REQUIRED RECEIVING ALL
INFORMATION – THE DOCUMENTS
~ 10 WEEKS ~ 10 WEEKS
PROCESSING TIME

KEY ADVANTAGES OF THE GERMAN BUSINESS IMMIGRATION PROGRAM

ABOUT US
Germany is a modern, safe, cosmopolitan country with a high quality of life. Health care, sports and leisure
facilities, the countryside and culture are just some of the reasons why Germany has become a country of choice
for millions of people. The following aspects are the key advantages of the Business Immigration Program:

• German language skills are not a requirement

• No minimum investment amount
• Applicant does not need a University degree or another qualification
• Family reunification: Right to live, work and study in Germany for the applicant’s spouse and children under 18 years
• Application for Permanent Residence Status after three years
• German Citizenship after 6 years possible
• Visa-free travel in the Schengen-Area

Contact

E-Mail: info@se-legal.de
Phone: +49 241 4757140
Fax: +49 241 47571469
Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte PartG
Von-Coels-Str. 214 | 52080 Aachen, Germany