Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: Germany offers pathways for foreign entrepreneurs and investors to establish businesses, including the self-employment visa and startup options. It requires a viable business plan demonstrating economic interest or regional need and sufficient funding.
Eligibility: Requires a viable business plan demonstrating economic interest or regional need, proof of sufficient funds for investment and living, relevant qualifications or experience, and potentially a letter of intent from a German entity.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: Yes
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/visa-for-self-employment
Summary: The German Investor/Business/Startup Visa allows entrepreneurs to establish a business, provided they have a viable plan, sufficient funds, and prove economic benefit. It offers a path to residency in a strong European economy.