Hi all,

I am planning to start a business but not every thing is clear to me.

I am a GC, have completed my 5 years but do not have NE as yet, would apply for it in march (there is reason behind it).

I am planning to start a business with a german. AB says that I cannot do my own business as I have BE but no permission for selbständigkeit. I have been informed by a taxconsultant that I cannot be owner of the company but can be a gesselschaftler (partner). Does anybody of you have any informtion about this. I don't want to go to IHK and discuss with them about my plan, I also don't want to wait untill I get NE.

Secondly, I also want to know how to import. Do I have to get some permission or do I have to be a licence holder importer, etc. Or can I simply give an order, pay the customs and receive the shipment.

From any of your personal experiences, for forming a GmbH, is it good to have a properly appointed taxconsultant and a lawyer.

I would appreciate Inputs from you guys.