When a U.S.-based SaaS provider decided to open its European headquarters in Germany, they faced a wall of paperwork, compliance hurdles, and legal uncertainty. Their goal? To form a GmbH and begin operations within weeks - not months.
Earlier this year, a rapidly growing FinTech startup from Singapore needed to expand into the European Union to meet investor timelines and launch their payment platform under EU regulatory standards.
When businesses in Germany face financial difficulties due to economic pressures, rising operational costs, or declining investments, they often have to make the tough decision to liquidate the company in full compliance with local regulations.
In Germany, the Anti-Money Laundering Act (Geldwäschegesetz - GwG) mandates stringent requirements for all companies, including shelf companies, to prevent financial crimes.