🇩🇪 Visas & Immigration — Germany
Visa options for entrepreneurs and business owners in Germany.
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Not available or not applicable
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Visa Details
Germany offers a freelancer visa (Freiberufler-Visum) for self-employed professionals in regulated fields such as consulting, IT, and the arts. The EU Blue Card is available for highly qualified non-EU workers with a recognised degree and a minimum salary threshold (currently around €45,300, or €41,040 for shortage occupations). A residence permit for self-employment (§21 AufenthG) is available for entrepreneurs whose business plan demonstrates economic interest or regional need. Germany does not offer a dedicated digital nomad visa or a golden visa programme. EU/EEA citizens enjoy freedom of establishment and do not require a visa.
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