Business Registration

Registering a Trade or Business in Germany

Especially for start-ups and entrepreneurs it is important to know how and where to register their Business in Hamburg.

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What implies an Entry in the Commercial Register?

Merchant or non-merchant? The commercial register is designed to prove clarity regarding legal relationships which concern commercial transactions. Get more information about the legal consequences of being defined as a merchant here.

Legal Affairs

Registration and Entry in the Commercial Register

If you wish to carry out self-employed commercial activities, you must register your business as follows.

Legal Affairs

Branch Offices and permanent Establishments

Your company wants to expand and establish a branch office or permanent establishment in Hamburg? Here's what you need to know.