Germany Residency by Investment Program
Germany Residency by Investment Program is an initiative taken up by the German Government to encourage more entrepreneurs with vivid ideas and investors to invest in Germany either in an already-running business or in a new business venture.
About Germany
Germany is one of those rare countries that has tried to retain most of its nature intact and is yet one of the world's strongest growing economies. A Western European country, it houses world-famous economically important cities such as Frankfurt, Berlin, and Munich. It has huge agricultural lands, vineyards, banks, and skyscrapers. Germany is also the automobile hub of the world and houses the European Central Bank.
21 AufenthG Act (German Residence Act)
Entrepreneurs, business investors, and self-employed individuals can earn their residence permit through this act by either investing in a running business (acquiring a business) or by establishing a new German company. Individuals wanting to invest in real estate in Germany, under privileged cases, can also apply under this act.
To be eligible to apply under this act you should:
- Have a minimum investment of EUR 300,000 – 350,000
- Be a foreign national not living in Germany at the time of application
- Provide documentation, such as a business plan, showing your investment will have a positive effect on the German economy
Who Can Apply
- Foreign entrepreneurs who want to set up a start-up business in Germany
- Foreign entrepreneurs who want to set up an overseas branch in Germany
Freelancers, directors, managers, and legal representatives of business partnerships and stock corporations can apply through this act as long as they do not have employee status.
Such investors qualify for a long-term visa and temporary residence permit to live in Germany. The longevity of this visa is 2 to 3 years, which can be extended further. After 3 years of living in Germany, one qualifies for a permanent settlement permit. To qualify for the permanent settlement permit, the applicant needs to visit Germany at least once every year during the 3 years.
Section 9, AufenthG (Permanent Settlement Permit)
The German Permanent Residency Visa or Permanent Settlement Permit is granted for 3 years. High-net-worth individuals who have demonstrated subsistence qualify for this program.
German Citizenship
Individuals who have continuously lived in Germany for 8 years qualify for naturalization for citizenship in Germany. Such individuals cannot have any criminal record and should show sufficient finances to support themselves, along with German language fluency.
Get in touch with XIPHIAS Immigration for more information about the Germany Residency Program.
Germany Residency Program Summit
XIPHIAS Immigration, in association with SRG Associates, a leading German-based real estate organization, organized the 11th summit for the Germany Residency Program.
Details:
- Edition: 11th
- Venue: 8th Floor, B.M.T.C Commercial Complex, 80 Feet Road, 6th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560095
- Date: 15-16th June 2019
- Time: 11 am – 2 pm (first slot), 2 pm – 4 pm (second slot)
- Cost: Free Event
- Speaker: German Delegate from SRG Associates
Your Takeaways:
- Complete details about the Germany Residency By Investment Program
- Open real estate opportunities in Germany
- Current investment opportunities
- Benefits of the program
- Answers to FAQs
To Book FREE Seats:
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Contact XIPHIAS
For application process guidance and eligibility: Call: +91-9019-400-500 Email: [email protected]
FAQs
Who is eligible for the Germany Residency by Investment Program? Foreign entrepreneurs and investors who wish to establish or invest in a business in Germany can apply.
What is the minimum investment required? The minimum investment required ranges between EUR 300,000 – 350,000 depending on the type of business.
How long before I can apply for permanent residency? Applicants can apply for a Permanent Settlement Permit after 3 years of living in Germany under the residency program.
When can I apply for German citizenship? Individuals can apply for naturalization after 8 years of continuous residence, meeting financial, language, and legal requirements.
