Company formation · Emigration · International structure

Company formation abroad
— but right
tested and sound.

Company formation abroad: Whether you're looking to establish a business abroad, relocate your residence, or create an international structure, the law firm Consilium confidentially assesses which target country and legal form best suit your project—with genuine substance rather than mere letterboxing and with an honest evaluation of feasibility.

Destination country & legal formSubstance & ResidenceTax & RecognitionResponse within 24 hours
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Start for freeInitial consultation without cost or obligation.
24-hour response timeResponse within one working day, Mon–Sat.
Dublin officeDirect access for Ireland & EU topics.
Substance firstNo sham seats, no empty promises.
Trust & Orientation

Why clients choose the Consilium law firm.

Die bessere Frage lautet nicht „Wo gründe ich am schnellsten?", sondern ob Ihre Struktur im In- und Ausland anerkannt wird und dauerhaft trägt. Mit unserem eigenen Büro in Dublin sind wir vor Ort — mit festen Ansprechpartnern, die Sie durch jeden Schritt begleiten. Deshalb zählt bei uns nicht die lauteste Werbeaussage, sondern eine nüchterne Prüfung, saubere Dokumentation und diskrete Begleitung. So bleibt jede Firmengründung im Ausland rechtssicher und nachvollziehbar.

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Dublin-Büro — David Grunewald vor Ort

Eine tragfähige Auslandsstruktur braucht echte Präsenz vor Ort. David Grunewald ist direkt in Dublin erreichbar und koordiniert Irland-Fälle vor Ort — kein Briefkasten, keine Ferndiagnose.

  • direct access to Ireland without detours
  • Assistance with visits to local authorities
  • Dublin: +353 89 655 4730
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Free initial consultation, 24-hour response time

You don't have to wait weeks for an initial response. The Consilium law firm responds within 24 hours — free of charge, discreetly, and without obligation.

  • No advance payment for the initial examination
  • Response within 24 hours Mon-Sat
  • direct contact persons by name
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No blanket promises

Eine Auslandsgründung wird bei uns nicht nach Werbeversprechen empfohlen, sondern nach Ihrer tatsächlichen Ausgangslage — Wohnsitz, Vorgeschichte und Umsetzbarkeit werden zuerst geprüft. Diese Prüfung ist die Basis für jede erfolgreiche Firmengründung im Ausland.

  • Examine substance and activity first.
  • no mailbox or sham address logic
  • Identify risks before committing costs
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Substance instead of seal

Some providers advertise with labels as a unique selling point. However, what is crucial for later recognition is something else: genuine economic substance and clear, verifiable documentation in each individual case.

  • own office in Dublin instead of remote processing
  • Designated contact persons, not a hotline
  • Evidence takes precedence over advertising promises
What we classify

Incorporation, residence and taxation — in the correct order.

We first check whether your project is viable, and then determine the legal form, residence and tax issues — transparently and without false promises.

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Formation & Legal Structure

Which legal form is suitable for the activity, liability and target market — and what is realistically feasible?

  • operating company, holding company or individual structure
  • Legal form, liability and shareholder issues
  • realistic assessment of effort and costs
B

Residence & Substance

No structure can survive without genuine purpose and substance. We clarify what is truly necessary.

  • Residence, habitual abode, center of life
  • Substance: Office, staff, on-site activity
  • Leaving Germany and registration requirements
C

Tax & Recognition

The crucial point is that the structure is recognized both domestically and internationally — not just functioning on paper.

  • tax residency and double taxation
  • Recognition risks and rules of abuse
  • Cooperation with tax advisors in the target country
Country focus

Six target regions — each one individually considered.

No country is universally "the best." What's suitable depends on the type of work, the available resources, where you live, and the target market. This is a guide to which regions are typically considered for which purposes.

IE
IRL
EU · English-speaking

Ireland — an operational EU company with substance

For genuine business activity in the EU single market with a local presence. Direct access via our Dublin office — no remote office.

  • Substance on site
  • Dublin office
  • EU single market
AE
UAE
Relocation focus

UAE / Dubai — Location with actual on-site presence

Popular for relocation purposes — but only effective with actual presence and substance on site, not as a purely theoretical solution.

  • actual stay
  • Substance needed
  • no paper solution
Central residenceEnquire now →
CY
CYP
EU · established

Cyprus — EU structure with local substance

For internationally oriented projects within the EU, provided that the substance, administration and documentation are satisfactory.

  • local administration
  • documentation
  • EU framework
US
USA
Market access

USA (LLC) — for US and online business

This is interesting for accessing the US market and for online business models. The tax treatment in Germany needs to be carefully examined.

  • US market access
  • Online models
  • Check German taxes
Examine individual caseEnquire now →
UK
GBR
Non-EU market access

United Kingdom — Limited for international business

Established, English-language legal entity (Ltd.) with access to the UK market. Since Brexit, it is outside the EU — the tax treatment in Germany and its substance must be carefully examined.

  • English-speaking
  • UK market access
  • Non-EU (Brexit)
Examine individual caseEnquire now →
TR
DOOR
Residence option

Türkiye — Relocation of residence in individual cases

This can be an option if there is a genuine relocation of one's center of life. The specific requirements and consequences must be carefully examined on a case-by-case basis.

  • real relocation
  • Individual case review
  • current law
Check individuallyEnquire now →
EU
HLD
Structure · Participations

Holding — Structure for investments and assets

For shareholders with multiple holdings or assets. Whether and where a holding company makes sense depends on its structure, registered office, and tax recognition—not on advertising promises.

  • Structure before location
  • Check for recognition
  • no one-size-fits-all solution
structural questionEnquire now →
DE
GmbH
Domestic · GmbH/UG

Germany — Establishing a GmbH or UG in Germany

Not every project requires going abroad. For many activities, a GmbH or UG in Germany is the simpler, cheaper, and more legally secure solution—honestly examined rather than hastily dismissed.

  • Clarify legal form
  • often the easier way
  • clear costs
Test

This is something we consistently check before every country decision.

The most common mistake is choosing a country based on advertising claims. We first check whether your project is even compatible with an international structure.

  • Activity, business model, target market and customer structure
  • Residence, habitual abode and actual center of life
  • Substance: Office, staff, management and actual on-site activity
  • tax residency, emigration, double taxation and reporting obligations
  • Recognition risks, rules for abuse, cost framework and next steps
Sequence

This is how the free initial assessment works.

When establishing a company abroad, the goal is not a sales analysis, but a reliable basis for decision-making.

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Free initial consultation

Please describe your project, occupation, place of residence, and goals. We will respond within 24 hours.

2
Assessing options & risks

We examine which countries and structures are realistic — and where substance or evidence is lacking.

3
Prepare for implementation

You will receive clear guidance and, where appropriate, coordination with tax advisors in the target country.

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Free initial consultation

Describe your project — receive an honest assessment.

Are you planning to start a company abroad? Briefly describe your business activity, target country, residency situation, and objectives. You will receive an initial assessment within 24 hours.

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Helpful information

This information speeds up a reliable initial assessment.

For a sound company formation abroad, the following applies: The clearer the key data, the better the countries, structures and risks can be assessed.

  • Activity, business model and main target markets
  • current residence and willingness to actually relocate
  • existing companies, holdings or structures
  • Revenue/profit levels and staffing situation
  • Time horizon, budget and concrete objectives
FAQ
Firmengründung im Ausland: Straße in einer internationalen Wirtschaftsmetropole

Firmengründung im Ausland: Häufige Fragen und Antworten.

Will I automatically save on taxes by setting up a business abroad?+

No. Without a genuine relocation of residence, management, and assets, taxation generally remains unchanged. The decisive factor is the actual center of one's life, not the place of registration.

What does "substance" mean — and why is it so important?+

Substance means genuine on-site business activity: office, staff, management, and actual operations. A mere mailbox address will likely not be recognized and could jeopardize the entire structure.

Is a fictitious residence abroad sufficient?+

No. A sham residence is not valid and is risky. Anyone wishing to take advantage of a country's tax benefits must actually relocate their primary residence there—with all the consequences that entails.

What should you consider when leaving Germany?+

When emigrating, issues such as exit taxation, registration requirements, and continued ties to Germany may be relevant. These points should be examined before making any decision.

Which country is best for my startup?+

There's no one-size-fits-all answer. The right country is the one that suits your work, your place of residence, your assets, and your target market — that's why the first step is always to assess the situation, not to choose a country.

Does the law firm Consilium also provide tax advice in the target country.+

We organize and coordinate. For the concrete tax implementation, we collaborate with tax advisors in the target country where appropriate – to ensure the structure is practically effective.

Is there a guarantee of a specific tax outcome?+

No. Reputable advice does not promise a guaranteed result. The goal is a realistic assessment of opportunities, risks, prerequisites, and next steps.

When is an initial consultation worthwhile?+

It's advisable to conduct a review before you start a business, sign contracts, or relocate. The sooner the situation is structured, the sooner you can avoid missteps and unnecessary costs.

Next step

Setting up a company abroad: Have it checked before you start.

Whether it's setting up a business abroad, relocating your residence, or creating an international structure: It all starts with a clear, discreet, and realistic assessment — free of charge and without obligation.

Free initial examination

Describe your project — receive an honest assessment.

Briefly describe your job, target region, and residence situation. You will receive a transparent assessment – discreetly, without obligation, and without false promises.

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