Do you have a concrete business idea and want to know how to start your own business in Munich? Do you want to know what steps you need to take? At Munich’s Business Startup Office the City of Munich provides Munich residents with basic knowledge about starting a business or working in the liberal professions. We are part of the Munich start-up ecosystem.
Comprehensive Information and Guidance to Help You Go Self-Employed
We deliver our foundational knowledge through a mix of interactive webinars, detailed online information, and individual consultations in German, English, Spanish, and French. Our free, cross-industry support covers the following core areas:
- Start-up formalities
- Business plan
- Choice of legal form and tax overview
- Social and company insurance
- Subsidies and financial aid
- Seminars and events
- Office space and start-up centers
You can easily access our services online, join our webinars, or contact us by phone or email to request an individual appointment.
Important Limitations of our Services
To ensure you get the right expert help, please note our legal boundaries:
- No legal, tax or insurance advice: We do not provide specialized legal, insurance, or tax consulting.
- No business plan writing service: We do not write business plans for you.
- No expert statements (Fachkundige Stelle): We do not issue official viability statements for the Startup Grant (Gründungszuschuss from the Federal Employment Agency) or Startup Allowance (Einstiegsgeld from the Jobcenter). We have compiled a selection of contact points for business plan support or a viability check and a written expert statement
Find Your Specific Contact Point in Munich Quickly
- Non-EU citizens and visas: If you need a residence permit for self-employment, contact the Service Office for Immigration and Citizenship (previously: Munich Foreigners Office or Ausländerbehörde). Please visit our dedicated page on residence permit to gain an overview.
- Skilled crafts industry: If you are starting a craft business, the Chamber of Skilled Crafts (HWK für München und Oberbayern) is the sole responsible consulting authority.
- Agriculture and forestry: For businesses in agriculture, forestry, hunting, or fishing, please check our list of specialized contacts.
- International Companies: Foreign companies expanding to Munich can find further information and dedicated consultation contacts here.
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