Germany · freelancer
Germany's freelancer visa has no minimum income or degree requirement. You need a business plan and client letters. PR after 5 years, citizenship after 6.
Who is this for?
Freelancers, consultants, artists, or writers who can demonstrate economic benefit to Germany.
Pros
No degree required
No minimum income
PR after 5 years
Family included
Access to German healthcare
Cons
Need German clients or letters of intent
High tax rates
German language needed for PR
Approval varies by Auslanderbehorde
Assumed clean — update in profile if needed
Must obtain health insurance before/during application
Typical: 60 days (30–120)
Valid
From: Passport office · ~14d
Detailed plan for freelance activity in Germany
From: Self-prepared · ~7d
From German or EU-based clients
From: Clients · ~14d
Savings or income proof
From: Bank · ~7d
German statutory or private
From: German insurer · ~3d
You keep
€36,685/yr
€3,057/mo
Based on €60,000/yr income
Permanent Residency
After 5 years
Language: German (B1)
Citizenship
After 6 years
Language: German (B1)
Dual citizenship: Allowed
Last updated: 2025-11-01 · Verified: 2025-11-01 · Always verify with official sources.