18 May Investment

How Much Does It Cost to Establish a Company in Germany and the Netherlands?

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With its strong and stable economy, Germany and the Netherlands are among the most preferred countries for entrepreneurs from all over the world to establish a company and invest. In this article, we address a striking issue that businessmen are most curious about: How much does it cost to start a company in Germany and the Netherlands? We answer all questions investors may have about the costs of setting up a company summarized in the table.

 

The Main Costs to Start a Company in Germany and the Netherlands


The cost of starting a company in Germany and the Netherlands varies depending on the type of company you are forming. It also depends on the location of your business. We outline all costs for starting a limited liability company (GMBH) in Germany and a private limited company (BV) in the Netherlands.

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Comparative Table: Company Formation Costs in Germany and the Netherlands

Topic Tittle

The Netherlands

Germany

How long does it take to set up a company?

1 Month

1 Month

How long to open a company bank account?

2 Weeks

2 Weeks

Required paid-up capital (for Limited Company)

1 Euro

25.000 EUR

Is a lease agreement required before incorporation?

Then required

Yes

 

  

Legal considerations

  

Is a resident manager required?

No

No

Is a resident shareholder required?

No

No

Minimum number of directors

1

1

Minimum number of shareholders

1

1

Is a resident company secretary required?

No

No

Permitted company director

Yes

Yes

Public register of shareholders and directors

Yes

Yes

Points to be considered about tax and accounting

 

  

Corporate tax rate

15%

%30
(Double taxing)

How long does it take to get a work permit approved?

1-2 month

1 month

Invoicing local customers is allowed

Yes

Yes

Average monthly net salary of unskilled labour

1.950 Euro

2.200 Euro

Office rental per square metre per month

20 Euro

12 Euro

Warehouse rental per square metre per month

30 Euro

20 Euro

 Accounting Fee

 100 Euro

 100 Euro

Estimated Costs

  

Consultants participation fees

1.000 Euro

1.000 Euro

Company secretary and legal registered office fees

300 – 500 Euro

300 Euro

Corporate bank account opening

500 Euro

500 Euro

Notary Costs

1.200 Euro

1.000 Euro

Total company involvement set-up costs

2.500 Euro

1.500 Euro

Next Annual costs

3.000 Euro

3.000 Euro

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What Can We Do For You?

As MHR & Partners, we are directly and indirectly active in more than 20 countries worldwide. We aim to operate with 10 branches in 100 countries in 10 years. We offer you end-to-end consultancy and support services in establishing a company, obtaining a residence permit, and in all operational processes abroad, primarily financial issues.

Our priority is to provide consultancy services to companies with a growth vision and business strategy abroad. We attach particular importance to the uninterrupted continuation of our services with the assurance of MHR & Partners (Mühür YMM AŞ) after the company establishment stages. Our core mission is to be a safe harbor and provide sustainable services.

We want to be a bridge to our customers’ business plans for growth and development, even in the most remote parts of the world.

To establish a business in Turkey or Europe (Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, UK, Romania, Bulgaria, Montenegro), you can contact Sworn-in Certified Public Accountant Mehmet Akif Özmen directly (+90 542 830 3408 or akif.ozmen@mhrpartner.com).

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