Work guides
Getting set up to work and get paid in Germany means a bank account, a tax ID, and a few registrations. These guides explain what each one is for and how they fit together once you arrive.
How to Get a Tax Number for a New Business in Germany
Step-by-step: register your business, complete the Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung via ELSTER, receive your Steuernummer, and the VAT and Kleinunternehmer rules that apply.
How to Open a Bank Account in Germany
The documents you need to open a German bank account, the difference between traditional and online banks, and how to get set up for salary, rent, and direct debits.
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