Germany self-employment visa
1 current source-backed self-employment pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | Germany’s self-employment route covers either a commercial business or a liberal profession. A business needs economic interest or regional demand, positive economic impact and secured financing; a freelancer needs sufficient project funds and required licences. The permit is initially issued for up to 3 years. | 2026-07-15 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | Application fee (employed) | 75 EUR | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Application fee (issuance, employed) | 100 EUR | Official source |
| Self-employment route | First permit valid for | 36 months | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Can be renewed | yes | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Family can come along | yes | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Permanent residence after | 5 years | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Where to apply | at a consulate abroad | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |