Specific Issues » Munich's Business Startup Office

We offer additional information on selected topics, giving you an overview of legal and tax issues as well as useful contacts for more detailed information.

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International topics

Procurement law determines how the Federal Government, federal states, and regions must proceed when purchasing goods and services and awarding concessions. How can companies find the relevant information on tenders? How can you make myself known to public contracting authorities in Munich and Bavaria? Where can you get advice?

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Location and premises

Check legal prerequisites and building regulations for commercial use of premises in Munich to find an adequate location for your business. Learn about two important service points at the City’s Department of Urban Planning and Building Regulations.

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Opening a branch office

This page provides a quick overview to foreign companies who are interested in doing business in Munich. This can be achieved by a number of ways. From finding business partners to setting up an office in Munich.

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Sideline Business

Self-employment while already employed, studying, caring for a family, retired or unemployed? A sideline business is subject to the same rules as a full-time start-up. There are particular issues to consider regarding employment law, social security, and tax requirements.

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Residence permit

Citizens of non-EU or EFTA states must check whether their residence status or permit allows them to be self-employed or whether they need to apply for an additional permit at their Foreigners Office.

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Public tenders and contracts

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Women Entrepreneurship

Female empowerment for Munich's female founders: from advice and coaching, to funding and support, to competitions and networks. Promoting female entrepreneurship and making it visible is the goal of a wide range of offers and initiatives, as female founders are still significantly underrepresented in the start-up ecosystem.

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Roadmap for starting up in Munich

There are many ways to become self-employed - depending on your initial situation, sector and objectives. However, there are fundamental issues that you need to clarify and decide for yourself each time you set up your own business. In our start-up road map you will find important aspects and information on setting up a business.

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