Self-employed Persons, Starting a Business

If you wish to become self-employed, there are several advice centres in Dresden that could support you in your endeavour in various ways. The business service's website with the advice centres can be found here:

You will find further information here:

The business-start-up advice service from the Chamber of Trades and Crafts in Dresden will provide you with information and advice to help you start your trade or craft business. You will find further information and the contact details here:

The Chamber of Industry and Commerce will also provide you with advice and help with starting your business. You will find further information here:

The business service of the City of Dresden provides advice and support to investors, Dresden businesses and business-start-ups. The business service's website with the services offered and contact details you will find here:

There are various websites that provide information on what to consider if you wish to employ refugees. Some contact points are described in the section below.

Under the motto "Using Potential – Employing Refugees", the Federal Employment Agency provides information on the possibility of employing refugees in a business. You will find the website here:

The Dresden Chamber of Industry and Commerce and the Dresden Chamber of Trades and Crafts answer all questions concerning the employment of refugees. You will find the websites here:

At its advice centre Fair Integration, the Work and Life Saxony Association advises small and medium-sized enterprises on the employment of refugees. This includes legal matters such as residence, but also the assessment of foreign qualifications and avoidance of dropping-out of training. The website can be founded here in German and English:

Businesses wishing to hire or train refugees can find all information and practical examples here:

Support options for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can be found here: