can someone with Irish EU citizenship live in Germany?
Can someone with Irish EU citizenship who is self employed live in Germany?
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Eren__(support)
Hello @Star
Thank you for your question.
As a national of an EU member state, an Irish citizen can live and work in Germany without a visa or residence permit, including working as a self-employed person.
Under EU freedom-of-movement rules, you can enter Germany freely, register your address with the local authorities (Bürgeramt) after moving, and then legally establish yourself as a freelancer ("Freiberufler"). You will also need to register with the tax office (Finanzamt), obtain a tax number, and enroll in public health insurance.
After five years of legal residence, you can apply for permanent residency.
(However, it is important to keep i mind that certain professions may require recognition of qualifications, particularly in regulated fields like healthcare or trades.)
Hello @Star
Thank you for your question.
As a national of an EU member state, an Irish citizen can live and work in Germany without a visa or residence permit, including working as a self-employed person.
Under EU freedom-of-movement rules, you can enter Germany freely, register your address with the local authorities (Bürgeramt) after moving, and then legally establish yourself as a freelancer ("Freiberufler"). You will also need to register with the tax office (Finanzamt), obtain a tax number, and enroll in public health insurance.
After five years of legal residence, you can apply for permanent residency.
(However, it is important to keep i mind that certain professions may require recognition of qualifications, particularly in regulated fields like healthcare or trades.)
I hope my answer has been helpful.
Eren