Company Formation and Residence Permit in Germany

Company Formation and Residence Permit in Germany (Unternehmensgründung und Aufenthaltserlaubnis in Deutschland) offers a strategic opportunity for Turkish investors to enter the European market while also gaining long-term living and working rights. With its strong economy, innovative business climate, low unemployment rate, and investor-friendly legal infrastructure, Germany is highly preferred by Turkish entrepreneurs.

Advantages of Establishing a Company in Germany

As Europe’s largest economy, Germany provides commercial security and sustainability, positioning itself as a global leader. The benefits for Turkish investors include:

• Direct access to the European Union market • Integration into a strong banking and financial system • Qualified and extensive workforce • Advanced technical and logistical infrastructure • Increased brand credibility in the EU • Eligibility to apply for a German residence permit

Since the company formation procedures for foreign investors are based on specific legal requirements, working with a professional legal team ensures a fast and smooth process.

Most Preferred Company Structures in Germany

Popular legal structures among Turkish entrepreneurs include:

GmbH (Limited Company)

The most preferred form due to minimum capital requirements and limited liability benefits. It provides a strong corporate identity and business reputation.

UG (Mini GmbH)

Offers lower initial capital requirements, making it ideal for early-stage investors.

Branch Office

An efficient expansion option for entrepreneurs with an existing company in Türkiye.

Does Establishing a Company in Germany Provide a Residence Permit?

If the business plan demonstrates economic benefit and sustainability, company formation becomes a strong basis for residency applications. Investors must prove that:

• Adequate capital is available • Business activity will create employment • The company will contribute to the regional economy • Tax obligations will be fulfilled

A professionally managed application significantly increases the approval probability.

Professional Consultancy Services by Turkius Law

The legal requirements for company formation and residence procedures in Germany can be complex for foreign investors. Under the leadership of Istanbul Bar registered attorney Fatma Karakülah, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services provides reliable, fast, and effective legal guidance throughout the entire process.

Collaborating with a strong legal network both in Germany and Türkiye, Turkius Law acts in full compliance with local authorities. With Cologne as our primary location, we support investors across Germany alongside trusted business partners.

Our Services

• Legal structuring and company formation • Registration with German Commercial Registry and Tax Office • Legal guidance for opening a bank account • Business plan preparation and investment strategy • Drafting partnership and shareholder agreements • Residence and work permit application support • Trademark registration and IP protection • Data protection and compliance services

We minimize legal risks and ensure a smooth investment journey for Turkish entrepreneurs.

Start Your Business in Europe with Confidence

Accessing a new market requires accurate legal guidance, saving both time and costs. As Turkius Law, we support Turkish investors seeking to establish a business in Germany and obtain residency, helping them grow sustainably in Europe with our professional legal expertise. Contact us for further inquiries or legal consultation.

Attorney Law Fatma Karakülah is registered with the Istanbul Bar Association and personally provides legal services limited to matters governed by Turkish law. In disputes subject to foreign law, she offers legal services in cooperation with attorneys of the relevant jurisdiction who are members of the international network to which she belongs. The terms 'Rechtsanwältin Fatma Karakülah' in German or 'Lawyer Fatma Karakülah' in English are used to indicate that Fatma Karakülah is a licensed attorney in Turkey.

Services

Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services, based in Istanbul, provides highly qualified, solution-oriented legal consultancy, advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property services across more than 70 countries, leveraging its membership in international legal networks and collaboration with trusted, specialized partners. In today’s globalized business environment, commercial and individual activities spanning multiple countries require effective management of legal risks and complex regulations. Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services addresses these needs with a comprehensive service approach, ensuring that clients receive secure, transparent, and strategically guided legal support for all their requirements.

In international business and investment processes, geographical distances, differing regulations, and local procedural variations can pose significant challenges. To overcome these obstacles, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services works in close coordination with a broad network of legal experts across various specialties, delivering fast, effective, and locally adapted solutions. From company formation and contract management to investment and immigration consultancy and international commercial law processes, clients receive strategic guidance at every stage. Companies and individuals operating in Turkey benefit from legal services fully compliant with Turkish legislation while maintaining alignment with international standards.

Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services focuses on the unique needs of each client. This approach extends beyond addressing immediate legal issues, encompassing the proactive identification of potential risks and ensuring long-term legal security. Advisory services in areas such as labor and social security law, administrative law, immigration law, intellectual property rights, investment law, and dispute resolution are structured to align with clients’ strategic goals. Consequently, legal processes not only provide short-term solutions but also guarantee long-term stability and protection.

For international and cross-border projects, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services coordinates with qualified attorneys in relevant jurisdictions through its legal network. This ensures that matters subject to foreign law are handled in full compliance with local regulations, minimizing operational risks. Critical processes such as company formation, contract drafting, and conducting business activities within a legally compliant framework are meticulously planned and monitored, enabling clients to manage their operations securely and seize investment opportunities with confidence.

Preventive legal counsel and risk management are key pillars of Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services’ services. Clients are supported not only in resolving disputes but also in implementing strategies to prevent potential conflicts. This includes contract drafting, establishing internal control mechanisms, monitoring corporate compliance processes, and conducting regulatory analyses. By addressing potential legal challenges proactively, clients gain the ability to manage risks before they materialize.

Particularly in international trade, investment, and immigration matters, harmonizing local and international regulations is essential. Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services customizes legal processes according to each client’s objectives, industry, and operational structure, ensuring optimal solutions. Legal consultancy thus transforms from a procedural formality into a strategic partnership. Services in advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property management empower clients to operate safely both locally and internationally.

The consultancy provided by Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services is also designed to safeguard clients’ long-term goals. Legal risks are analyzed, strategic recommendations are offered, and compliance at each step is carefully verified. This approach ensures predictability in business and personal planning while making legal processes transparent and manageable. Clients have access to professional support whenever needed, minimizing legal uncertainty.

In conclusion, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services is a trusted partner for legal consultancy, advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property services in Turkey. Leveraging its international legal network and expert partners, the firm addresses all legal needs strategically, securely, and solution-focused. Services are designed to minimize risks, ensure predictable and transparent legal processes, and enable clients to achieve their objectives with confidence.

Contract Law

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in both English and Turkish.

Corporate Law and Commercial Transactions

Company formation, commercial contracts, transactions, and litigation.

International Law and Investment Advisory

Reliable legal support for cross-border transactions, contracts, litigation, and foreign investments.

Construction Law and Real Estate Transactions

Property sales, international turnkey construction projects, and execution of EPC contracts.

Intellectual Property Law and Trademark & Industrial Design Registration

Trademark, design, patent and utility model registration, monitoring, and litigation before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office; IP-related contracts and disputes.

Information Technology and Telecommunications Law

Legal solutions in software, data protection, and electronic communications.

E-Commerce Law and Consumer Disputes

Compliance in e-commerce operations and resolution of consumer disputes.

Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Court Decisions

Legal representation for the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Turkey.

Data Protection and Compliance

Compliance and legal advisory services under KVKK and GDPR for your data processing activities.

Lease Law

Resolution of rental-related disputes including eviction, rent determination, and collection.

Immigration and Foreigners Law

Legal assistance for residence permits, work permits, and citizenship applications.

Labor Law and Social Security Law

Advisory on employment contracts, termination, compensation, and employer-employee relations.

Administrative Law

Litigation concerning administrative acts, full remedy actions, and public procurement disputes.

Litigation and Enforcement Proceedings

Efficient legal management of litigation and enforcement processes.

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Assistance in both mandatory and voluntary mediation procedures.

Investment and Skilled Immigration Advisory in Germany

Company formation, residence permit applications, and EU Blue Card consultancy.

Additional Legal Services

Thanks to our participation in an international legal network, we offer comprehensive legal services in cooperation with our partners in over 70 countries.