Business Formation Services in Germany

Choose the Right Legal Form for Growth

Two founders had a product, a market, and investors ready to commit—but their business structure was wrong for the planned equity split, and they nearly lost the deal before it closed. Choosing the right legal form for your business in Germany determines how you are taxed, how liability is distributed, how ownership transfers, and how future investment rounds are structured.

Uborichte works with entrepreneurs, international companies entering the German market, and established businesses restructuring their operations to ensure every formation decision is made with full understanding of long-term consequences.

Frequently Asked Questions

A GmbH requires a minimum share capital of 25,000 euros, with at least half paid in at registration. A UG can be formed with as little as one euro but must transfer profits to reserves until capital reaches 25,000 euros, at which point it converts to a GmbH.

Timeline varies by legal form and document completeness. A GmbH formation typically takes two to six weeks from notarial appointment to commercial register entry. UG registration is often faster, typically three to four weeks.

Yes. Foreign nationals and foreign companies are permitted to form and hold shares in German business entities. Additional documentation is typically required, including certified translation of personal documents and proof of tax residency.

A GmbH is subject to corporate income tax, whereas a sole proprietorship or partnership passes profits through to personal income tax. The optimal structure depends on your profit forecasts, reinvestment plans, and personal tax situation.

Yes. For a GmbH or UG, notarization of the articles of association is mandatory and must be completed before commercial register filing. This ensures legal authenticity and protects all parties involved in the formation.

Why Choose Uborichte

Entity Selection Grounded

We map your ownership structure, revenue model, liability exposure, and growth timeline to recommend the formation strategy that serves your actual business, not a template.

Registration Without Delay

Incomplete notarial deeds and incorrect commercial register applications are among the most common reasons business formations stall. We handle the details that move deals forward.

Governance Built for Reality

Boilerplate articles of association create ambiguity the moment a dispute arises. Uborichte drafts shareholder agreements and management provisions tailored to your operating model.

International Support Ready

Foreign nationals and foreign companies entering the German market face additional documentation requirements. We navigate certified translations, tax residency, and compliance from day one.