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USA ⇄ Germany
US companies expand into Germany and Europe with us — and German companies set up their US company through our US network. We are a Delaware company ourselves.
Our network to GermanyLive routes
From the USA into Germany
- Market-entry study for Germany and Europe
- GmbH or branch office in Germany
- Residence permits for managers and staff, with an immigration lawyer from our network
- Accounting and compliance in English
- Introductions to German distributors and customers
From Germany into the USA
- LLC or C-Corp: the right form and state
- Registered agent and EIN
- US bank account support
- Tax set-up with a US accountant in our network
Key facts
Short stays
Visa-free for US citizens (Schengen)
Residence permit
Can be applied for from within Germany
Typical structure in Germany
GmbH from €3,300 or branch
US company from Germany
from €2,500
General information, not legal advice. Residence and visa questions are answered by an immigration lawyer from our network.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
01GmbH or branch office?+
A branch (Zweigniederlassung) is quicker and stays part of the US company; a GmbH limits liability to the German business. We explain the tax and liability differences in the free call.
02Can a German company own a US LLC?+
Yes. Ownership, tax treatment and the right state depend on your plans; our US network handles the filings and tax set-up.