Investor / Large-Scale Business Visa (S21(1) AufenthG)

Description

Also under Section 21(1), investors who plan to make a significant capital investment in Germany — typically by founding or acquiring a company — can obtain a self-employment residence permit. While there is no statutory minimum investment amount, immigration authorities look for investments that create jobs and contribute meaningfully to the economy. In practice, investments of €250,000–€1,000,000+ substantially strengthen the application. The same approval criteria as the start-up route apply (economic interest, viable plan, adequate financing, qualifications).