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The freelance visa in Germany, known as Aufenthaltserlaubnis f\u00fcr selbst\u00e4ndige T\u00e4tigkeit, serves as a residency permit for foreign freelancers and self-employed individuals to reside in Germany for a maximum of 3 years. Navigating the German bureaucratic process is necessary, as obtaining approval for this visa can take up to 4 months.<\/p>\n
Visa category Freelance<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cFreiberufler\u201d Visa<\/p>\n What are the visa fees\/charges?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Application fee for the freelance visa: EUR75 Is there a minimum income threshold applicable for digital nomad\/remote work visa?<\/strong><\/p>\n Subject to labor market test by Federal Employment Agency (comparable working conditions of German national in comparable role)<\/p>\n Are digital nomad\/remote work visa holders subject to income tax?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Yes Are digital nomad\/remote work visa holders subject to social security contributions?<\/strong> Is there Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) relief available in the country?<\/strong> Is there an income tax requirement in the country, in general?<\/strong> Is there a social security requirement in the country, in general?<\/strong> Are criminal checks required for this visa?<\/strong> For how long is the digital nomad\/remote work visa valid?<\/strong> Is the applicant bound to any work restraints\/limitations?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 The freelance work must generally be approved by the Federal Employment Agency What are the standard requirements for the digital nomad\/remote work visa?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Duly completed national visa application form Which countries are eligible to apply for the digital nomad\/ remote work visa?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Free movement to people living in the Schengen area Is applicant required to provide proof of employment?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Applicant must have a freelancing plan to show as evidence Cost of living index<\/strong>: 66 – (26 out of 140)<\/p>\n Internet fixed:<\/strong>\u00a083.2 Mbps Median- speedtest.net Feb 2023<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 EUR 100 for a residence permit, if necessary (EUR22.80-EUR37 for Turkish citizens who fall under the scope of the Association Agreement between the European Economic Community and Turkey (art. 6 and art. 7 ARB 1\/80)<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 In case the applicant resides over 3 months:
\n– Earning up to EUR9,744 per year is tax exempt
\n– EUR9,745 \u2013 EUR57,918 per year: 14% to 42%
\n– EUR57,919 \u2013 EUR274,612 per year: 42%
\n– Over EUR274,613 per year: 45%<\/p>\n
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\n\u2022 3 months \u2013 up to 1 year
\n\u2022 The visa can be converted to a residence permit for freelancing which can be extended for up to three years
\n\u2022 After 3 years, the eligibility for a permanent residency will be checked<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Profession must fall within the prescribed list of freelance professions
\n\u2022 Freelance work includes independent scientific, artistic, literary, teaching or educational work, the independent professional activity of doctors, dentists, veterinarians, lawyers, notaries, patent attorneys, surveyors, engineers, architects, commercial chemists, auditors, tax consultants, consulting economists and business economists, certified accountants, tax agents, non-medical practitioners, dentists, physiotherapists, journalists, photojournalists, interpreters, translators, pilots and similar professions (sec. 18 par. 1 no. 1 Einkommenssteuergesetz)<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Valid national passport
\n\u2022 Two recently made biometric photographs
\n\u2022 Cover letter with CV
\n\u2022 Printed samples of the freelance work or regular work in same profession
\n\u2022 Structured and detailed freelance plan
\n\u2022 Certificates of academic qualifications or training certificates
\n\u2022 Proof of a secure livelihood (proof of sufficient financial means to cover living and freelancing costs), e.g. current bank statements, profit\/loss statements
\n\u2022 Travel health insurance
\n\u2022 2 letters of commitments from future customers\/employers, in case of work on a fee basis
\n\u2022 If professional permit is required for the freelance occupation, proof of permit, e.g. a license to practice law
\n\u2022 If already completed the 45th year of life: proof of an adequate pension plan
\n\u2022 Personal appointment*<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 People from outside the European Union must apply for a self employment visa
\n\u2022 Nationals from the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Israel, Japan, UK, and South Korea are allowed to enter Germany without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-days period and may apply for a residence permit after entering Germany at the responsible immigration office in case they reside over 3 months<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Applicant’s skill must fall under the freelancing ‘Freiberufler’ category and must contribute to the German economy<\/p>\n
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