Guidelines for starting your own business

New brochure "I’m going self-employed"

Are you thinking about self-employment? Get a good overview and sufficient details - by working through the new, 24-page brochure offered by the City of Munich's startup assistance team.

Our checklist with 10 core issues is designed to help you master the planning and starting process of a business set-up.

These guidelines offer clearly structured information covering all relevant start-up topics. They support you in taking the first steps towards self-employment. 

I’m going self-employed! Starting your own business (pdf, 739 KB)

What it needs to start a business

Learn quickly about  formalities, choice of legal structure, taxes and accounting as well as financing and public support. Tips for preparing a business plan and helpful hints for insurances are also covered.

Please feel free to contact us. We offer counseling and advice also in English.