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Founding Paths

Residence Permit
through Entrepreneurship

Do you want to invest and start a company in Germany? Under § 21 of the Residence Act, this is possible if your project benefits the German economy. We prepare the professional business plan to convince the Foreigners' Authority and the IHK.

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§ 21 Residence Act

Investor Visa

  • check_circle Business Plan for Foreigners' Authority
  • check_circle IHK-Compliant Financial Planning
  • check_circle Strategic Proof of Regional Need

Strict Criteria of the IHK

The Foreigners' Authority does not decide alone. It almost always forwards your submitted business plan to the responsible Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK), Chamber of Crafts, or economic development agency to obtain an expert report.

Experts examine three main criteria under § 21 of the Residence Act: Is there an economic interest in your idea? Are positive effects on the economy expected? Is financing secured (through equity or loan commitment)? Our specialized business plan answers these questions completely.

Focus Points in Our Business Plan

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    Job Creation

    Detailed personnel planning showing how your company will create local employment and training opportunities.

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    Regional Need

    Argumentation as to why that specific location in Germany exactly needs your product or service.

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    Secured Financing

    A clear 3-year financial plan demonstrating that you have sufficient capital and can secure your own livelihood.

The Project Flow

Your secure path to a document ready for submission to the Foreigners' Authority.

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1. Concept Review

We analyze your business idea and check whether it meets the high criteria required for an investor visa in Germany.

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2. Business Plan Creation

Our experts prepare the text and financial sections (in German language) precisely tailored to the expectations of the IHK.

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3. Handover & Application

You receive the final document that you can submit along with your legal documents to the consulate or the Foreigners' Authority.

Frequently Asked Questions

Important answers about starting a company under § 21.

To obtain a residence permit for self-employment, there must be an economic interest or a regional need, the activity should have positive effects on the economy, and the financing must be secured through equity or a loan commitment.
The responsible Foreigners' Authority forwards your business plan to expert bodies. These are usually the local Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK), Chamber of Crafts, or economic development agencies that prepare an official expert report (Fachgutachten).
Legally, there is no longer a fixed minimum investment amount (previously €250,000). The capital must fully align with your business idea, make the project realistic, and cover your living expenses in Germany.
The duration depends largely on the Foreigners' Authority or the Embassy. It usually takes 3 to 6 months. A professional and straightforward business plan significantly speeds up the IHK process.
Yes, family reunification is possible once the visa is approved. The condition is proof that the living expenses of all family members can be covered by the business income.

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