Welcome to Hamburg

Recently asked topics

© ake1150 - Fotolia

Import

Goods from third countries

The term ‘import’ is understood to mean bringing goods into the European Union customs territory. The traffic of goods between EU member countries – trading, in other words, within the European market – is referred to as the transportation, procurement or acquisition of goods.

© styleuneed - Fotolia

Corporate Law

Liability of the Managing Director of a "GmbH" in Germany

Under certain circumstances managing directors of limited liability companies are personal liable for their negligent breach of duties and claims of third parties against the company.

© rupbilder - Fotolia

Legal Affairs

Authorizations

Although as a rule it is only the proprietor of a business or a legal representative who is authorized to validly conclude contracts on behalf of the company, it is often necessary to entrust other employees with these and other responsibilities.

© PHOTOMORPHIC PTE. LTD.

Expansion

Possibilities for foreign companies

Are you looking to establish a branch office, permanent establishment or representative office for your foreign company in Germany? Do you have questions about business registration and special permits? You will find information about incorporating a foreign branch office and business registration here.

© Erwin Wodicka - Fotolia

Legal Affairs

From the Accounting Duty to the Publication Duty in Germany

There are verious duties concerning the accounting and the publication of annual financial statements under german law.