GmbH Insights
Practitioner articles on German incorporation for foreign founders. Each article covers a specific procedural requirement or pitfall — with practical guidance on how to navigate it.
Incorporating a GmbH Remotely: What Foreign Founders Need to Know
Four procedural requirements that catch foreign founders off guard — and how to prepare for each.
7 min read
GmbH Share Capital: Cash, Contribution in Kind, or a Combination?
The Sacheinlage, the agio, the Differenzhaftung, and the disguised contribution trap — a practitioner guide to structuring share capital correctly.
8 min read
The GmbH Bank Account: What Founders Get Wrong Before They Have Even Opened One
Cash, euro, free disposition, criminal liability under §82 GmbHG. Three requirements converge on the bank account step — and each has consequences.
7 min read
Can a Foreign Notary Handle My GmbH Filing?
A German notary must formally file your incorporation. For certain supporting certifications, foreign notaries can be used — if you know the rules on Beurkundung, Beglaubigung, apostilles, and legalisation.
6 min read
GmbH Business Address: What the Law Requires, What a Mailbox Solves, and What It Doesn't
Registered seat vs. business address vs. administrative seat — how these concepts differ and why they matter for tax compliance.
7 min read
Who Should Incorporate Your German GmbH? — Choosing the Right Service Provider
Should you incorporate yourself, use a Big Law firm, hire an accountant, or work with a specialist? A straightforward comparison of GmbH incorporation providers and when each makes sense.
6 min read
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