Startup Consulting at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Free or subsidized initial consultation for new business owners provided by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
How to proceed
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Schedule an appointment with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Many Chambers of Commerce and Industry also offer online consultations.
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Consultation
Topics: Legal structure, financing, grant programs, business plan.
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Further Funding Advice
Referrals to KfW, guarantee banks, or business incubators.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 1 weeks
Official: max. approx. 2 weeks
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • No business plan was prepared, so it was difficult to provide specific advice
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People who want to start a business or become self-employed.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 weeks
Success rate
approx. 98.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •No business plan was prepared, so it was difficult to provide specific advice
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.