Residency via an investment vehicle

RESIDENCY WITH CAPITAL STRATEGY

Residency as part of an investment structure is not a standalone service, but a tool within an overall capital strategy.

Jurisdiction

Germany

Residency via an investment vehicle

// Logic

Residency as part of an investment structure, rather than a standalone service.

The structure is determined by the client’s capital, tax position and investment horizon.

// Structure 01

§21 AufenthG

The Entrepreneurial Journey

A residence permit through a business entity and economic benefits for the region.

Investing in property can form part of the model, usually through a German company. The direct purchase of a property does not in itself constitute grounds for a residence permit.

// Structure 02

§7 Abs. 1 AufenthG

Financially independent individuals

For individuals with a confirmed source of passive income. Sufficient income, accommodation in Germany and health insurance are required.

Insurance

Health insurance

INCOME

Sufficient to cover expenses, excluding social benefits

Residence

Housing in Germany

Key specifications

// Structural guidelines

Investments

from €1 million

approximately

Processing time

3–6 months

3–6 months

PR

3–5 years

provided that the requirements are met

Regions

DE-Hubs

Frankfurt · München · Berlin · Hamburg · Düsseldorf

// Our approach

Coordination, not immigration.

We do not provide immigration services directly. The process is coordinated through a network of partner legal and tax advisers and is integrated into the client’s overall investment structure.

This information is provided for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.