Accountable Tax Service
Steuerberater
Combination of tax software and human tax advisors for freelancers.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• From €49/mo
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Ageras
Steuerberater Marketplace
Free tax advisor matching service. Get 3 quotes from verified Steuerberater. Comparison of pricing and qualifications. No obligation.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Free for clients
AI NATION
Grant Program
Central hub for early-stage AI startups with up to €54,000 per team, AI expert access, coaching, and investor networking.
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to €54,000
Allianz Geschäftskunden
Versicherungskonzern
Germany's largest insurer with comprehensive commercial insurance portfolio. Business liability, cyber protection, property, fleet, and employee benefits. Nationwide agent network.
Insurance
Munich• Varies by coverage
Ampersand
Unified Finance API
Deep integration platform for enterprise-level accounting and ERP integrations. Declarative YAML configuration with per-tenant custom object and field support. Bi-directional sync with Terraform-like granular control.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• Custom pricing
Apideck
Unified Finance API
Unified API platform with 190+ connectors across accounting, CRM, HRIS, file storage, and e-commerce. Real-time passthrough API for broad accounting platform coverage. Built for vertical SaaS and B2B fintech companies.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Antwerp• From $249/month
andsafe
Digitalversicherer
Digital commercial and private insurance by Münster Re subsidiary. Simple online process for business liability, professional liability, and cyber insurance. Contracts within minutes.
Insurance
Münster• From ~€250/year
468 Capital
Venture Capital
Berlin-based venture capital firm investing across Europe in seed to growth stages. Founded by Alexander Kudlich (ex-Rocket Internet). Focus on technology-driven companies in fintech, commerce, and enterprise software.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed to Growth
APX
Accelerator
Berlin-based accelerator backed by Axel Springer and Porsche. €50,000 for 5% equity with rolling monthly cohorts for pre-seed startups.
Growth Programs
Berlin• €50,000 for 5% equity
ARENA2036
Research Campus
Stuttgart research campus with 50+ partners including Daimler and Bosch. Innovation in future mobility and smart production.
Growth Programs
Stuttgart• Research-focused
auxmoney
P2P Lending
P2P lending platform for business and personal loans in Germany.
Private CapitalBanking
Düsseldorf• €1,000 - €50,000
Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund
Venture Capital
Berlin-based VC dedicated to female founders. €26M Fund II targeting pre-seed to seed stage. Requires 20%+ female founder ownership.
Private Capital
Berlin• €250K - €1M
BaFin
Regulierungsbehörde
Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht). Regulates banks, insurance companies, securities trading, and payment services in Germany. Essential contact for fintech licensing and compliance.
Government & Public Bodies
Bonn• Government agency
BAFA Unternehmensberatung
Beratungsförderung
Federal subsidy program covering up to 80% of consulting costs for SMEs. Funds professional business consulting for young companies (up to 2 years) and established businesses. Max €4,000 subsidy.
Advisory & Consulting
Eschborn• Free (subsidy program)
BAFA Grants
Grant Program
Federal grants for consulting, energy, and innovation. Non-repayable funding for German businesses.
Public Funding
Eschborn• Up to 80% subsidy
Baker Tilly Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Partnership-managed consulting firm with 1,680 employees across 10 German offices. €250M+ revenue. Audit, tax, legal, and management consulting.
Tax & Accounting
Düsseldorf• Enterprise
Business Angels Netzwerk Deutschland
Angel Network
National umbrella organization for 38+ German business angel networks. Coordinates angel investment across Germany.
Private Capital
Essen• €50K - €250K typical
Bayer G4A
Healthcare Accelerator
Bayer's healthcare accelerator supporting digital health startups. €100K+ funding track with 150+ companies supported worldwide.
Growth Programs
Berlin• €100K+
Bayern Kapital
Public Venture Capital
Bavaria's state-backed VC with €700M AUM and 320+ investments. Supports tech teams from seed to growth stage.
Private Capital
Landshut• €250K - €50M
BayTOU
Grant Program
Bavaria's grant program for tech-oriented startups covering 35-45% of development project costs up to €150,000.
Public Funding
Munich• Up to €150,000
BDO Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Established 1920, major audit and tax firm with 27 German locations. Integrated tax advisory and legal consulting across all tax service areas.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Enterprise
Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie
Economic Development Agency
Berlin's official business and technology development agency. Supports startups with location services, networking, and funding navigation.
Government & Public Bodies
Berlin• Free
betahaus
Coworking & Community
Berlin's iconic coworking space hosting 1,000+ annual meetups, community events, and tech conferences for startups.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Coworking passes from €200/month
BioLabs Heidelberg
Biotech Incubator
Premium life science startup hub combining fully-equipped lab and office space with access to capital and pharma industry partners.
Growth Programs
Heidelberg• Lab rental + equity options
Bitkom
Industry Association
Germany's leading digital industry association with 2,200+ members including 500+ startups. €140B annual revenue represented.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees (varies by size)
BITMi – Bundesverband IT-Mittelstand
Branchenverband
Federal association of IT SMEs in Germany representing over 2,500 member companies. Political advocacy for digital policy, networking events, working groups on AI/cloud/security, and access to public tenders.
Associations & Communities
Aachen• From €300/year
Blockchain Founders Group
Accelerator
Specialized accelerator for blockchain and AI projects. 10-15 projects per cohort twice yearly from 500+ applications.
Growth Programs
Neustadt an der Weinstraße• Equity-based
Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
Government Ministry
Germany's Federal Ministry overseeing the national startup strategy with ~130 measures supporting entrepreneurship and innovation.
Government & Public Bodies
Berlin• Policy body (no direct funding)
boring.tax
Steuerberater
AI-powered bookkeeping and tax service with real Steuerberater support. 2,000+ integrations including DATEV.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• From €59/mo
Robert Bosch Venture Capital
Corporate Venture Capital
Bosch's corporate venture arm with €250M+ fund. Invests in deep tech, AI, climate tech, semiconductors, and robotics.
Private Capital
Stuttgart• Up to €10M+
Bundessteuerberaterkammer
Professional Chamber
Official federal chamber of German tax advisors. Maintains the official Steuerberater registry. Search by location and specialization.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Free directory
Bundesverband Deutsche Startups
Association
German Startup Association. Advocacy, networking, and resources for founders.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• From €250/year
BVMW
Business Association
German Association of SMEs representing 900,000+ businesses. 300+ regional offices and network in 75+ countries.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
Baden-Württemberg International
Wirtschaftsförderung
Economic development agency of Baden-Württemberg supporting international business and startup ecosystem. Location marketing, trade fair support, investor matching, and soft-landing programs for foreign companies entering the BW market.
Government & Public Bodies
Stuttgart• Free services
Campus Founders
Incubator / Accelerator
Heilbronn-based center for entrepreneurship and innovation offering incubator and accelerator programs with 12-week growth sprints.
Growth Programs
Heilbronn• Equity and non-dilutive options
Capnamic Ventures
Venture Capital
Berlin/Cologne VC supporting early-stage founders from Pre-Seed to Series A in DACH. €215M fund with 101 portfolio companies including Staffbase.
Private Capital
Berlin• Pre-Seed to Series A
CARL Finance
M&A Advisory
Leading M&A boutique for German Mittelstand and tech companies. Over 90 completed transactions with €900M+ in volume. Specializes in company sales, acquisitions, and exit readiness.
Advisory & Consulting
Berlin• On request
Cavalry Ventures
Venture Capital
Early-stage VC focused on B2B software and fintech in DACH region.
Private Capital
Berlin• €500k - €5M
C
CFO Services Germany
Fractional CFO
Fractional CFO services for growing startups. Part-time finance leadership.
Advisory & Consulting
Munich• €2,000-8,000/mo
Cherry Ventures
Venture Capital
Europe's leading early-stage VC founded 2012, backing bold founders as first institutional investor. Portfolio includes FlixBus and Auto1.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed Stage
Chift
Unified Finance API
European unified API platform for accounting, invoicing, e-commerce, POS, and payment integrations. Six unified APIs in one platform. Strong coverage of European accounting tools including Sage, Pennylane, and Cegid. Belgium-based.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Brussels• Custom pricing
CMS Germany (Tax)
Tax Law Firm
International law firm with 700+ lawyers and tax advisors across 8 German cities. Tax advisory for corporations, families, financial institutions, and nonprofits.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Berlin• Enterprise
Codat
Unified Finance API
Unified API for business financial data. Connects banks and fintechs to accounting software, banking, and commerce platforms their customers use. Real-time financial data extraction, transaction reconciliation, and lending automation.
API & Integration Infrastructure
London• Free tier + usage-based
Composio
Integration Platform
AI agent integration platform with 500+ app integrations and MCP-native architecture. Built for production-ready AI agents with SDK-based flexibility, user-centric OAuth, and schema-based actions. Supports LangChain, LlamaIndex, and any MCP client.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• Free tier + usage-based
Commerzbank Firmenkunden
Geschäftsbank
Germany's second-largest private bank with dedicated SME and corporate banking. Business accounts, credit lines, trade finance, and international payments. 800+ branches nationwide.
Banking
Frankfurt• From €12.90/month
Companisto
Crowdfunding
Leading equity crowdfunding platform in Germany. Raise from the crowd.
Private Capital
Berlin• €100k - €8M
D11Z Ventures
Family Office
Single-family office of Lidl founder Dieter Schwarz. Evergreen fund investing in early-stage European B2B SaaS, AI, and deep tech.
Private Capital
Heilbronn• Seed to Series A
DATEV eG
Tax Software Provider
Germany's leading tax software and IT service provider since 1966. 9,000 employees, 820,000+ customers. The industry-standard platform for German Steuerberater.
Tax & Accounting
Nuremberg• Subscription-based (varies by module)
DB mindbox
Corporate Accelerator
Deutsche Bahn's startup program connecting startups with real-life railway use cases for testing and accelerating mobility solutions.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Partnership-based
Deloitte Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Big Four firm with 2,200+ tax professionals in Germany. Combines traditional tax consulting with innovation and startup focus through 27pilots acquisition.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Enterprise (€300-€1,000+/hour)
Deutsche Bank Geschäftskunden
Geschäftsbank
Germany's largest bank with comprehensive business banking for SMEs and corporates. Business accounts with sub-accounts, financing, cash management, and international banking services.
Banking
Frankfurt• From €12.90/month
Digital Hub Initiative (de:hub)
Hub Network
Federal Ministry initiative with 12 digital hubs across Germany creating partnerships between SMEs, corporations, and startups in focus sectors.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Free programs
DN Capital
Venture Capital
Global early-stage VC with Berlin office. Invests seed through Series B in software, AI, fintech, and consumer internet. 315+ investments.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed to Series B
Deutscher Steuerberaterverband (DStV)
Professional Association
Professional association of German tax advisors. Official directory, practice management resources, continuing education, and Steuerberater advocacy.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
DeepTech & Climate Fonds
Public Venture Capital
€1 billion public fund for deep tech and climate tech investments. Co-invests alongside private VCs in transformative technologies.
Private Capital
Bonn• €1M - €30M
Earlybird Venture Capital
Venture Capital
One of Europe's most established VCs with €2B+ AUM, investing pre-seed to Series C across tech, digital health, and deep science.
Private Capital
Berlin• €300K - €15M
RSM Ebner Stolz
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Major auditing and tax consulting firm (since 2008) in Stuttgart. Audit, tax, legal, and transaction advisory services for mid-market and corporates.
Tax & Accounting
Stuttgart• Enterprise
Ecovis
Steuerberatungsgesellschaft
Consulting company for mid-market with 100+ German offices and 2,500+ employees. Tax consulting, auditing, legal, and business consulting.
Tax & Accounting
Munich• Custom
Enable Banking
Open Banking API
Open banking aggregation platform with strong Nordic and EU coverage. Direct PSD2 API connections to European banks. Lightweight, developer-friendly integration for account data and payment initiation.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Helsinki• Custom pricing
enomyc
Unternehmensberatung
Award-winning management consultancy for SMEs with 1,300+ completed projects since 2003. Services include corporate performance, financial advisory, M&A, restructuring, and digital strategy.
Advisory & Consulting
Hamburg• On request
EIF German Equity
Equity Investment
€1.6 billion program from BMWK and European Investment Fund supporting technology startups with equity instruments across all stages.
Public Funding
Luxembourg• Variable by fund
EIT Health Germany
Health Accelerator
European accelerator for health startups, spin-offs, and SMEs. Mentoring and coaching in medtech, biotech, and digital health.
Growth Programs
Munich• Program-based
ERP-Gründerkredit StartGeld
Subsidized Loan
KfW-administered subsidized loan up to €200,000 for new businesses within 5 years of founding. KfW assumes 80% of default risk.
Public Funding
Frankfurt• Up to €200,000
ETL Group
Steuerberatungsgesellschaft
Market leader in German tax consultancy with 14,300+ employees, 950+ offices, and 293,000+ clients. €1.4B+ revenue. Largest Steuerberater network in Germany.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Custom
EXIST Forschungstransfer
Grant Program
BMWK program supporting technology-driven startup projects at universities with up to 36 months of funding for product development and market launch.
Public Funding
Bonn• Up to €250,000 + personnel
EXIST Startup Factories
Grant Program
Part of Germany's startup strategy. Lighthouse competition providing up to €10M in matching funds to scale science-driven startup ecosystems.
Public Funding
Bonn• Up to €10M over 5 years
EXIST Gründerstipendium
Grant Program
Government grant for university-based startup founders. Up to €3,000/mo per founder.
Public Funding
Bonn• Up to €150,000
Factory Berlin
Startup Campus
Berlin's largest startup campus and community with 3,000+ members. Co-working spaces in Mitte and Kreuzberg, community events, corporate partnerships, and curated programs for tech startups and scale-ups.
Growth Programs
Berlin• From €250/month
EXPATTAX
Steuerberater (Expat)
Specialized expat tax advisory firm with 20+ years experience. English-speaking team supporting expats, international workers, and US tax filers in Germany.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €150 - €1,000+
Ernst & Young (EY) Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Market leader in German tax consulting (€881M+ tax/legal revenue). 3,000+ employees in tax practice. Covers all aspects of business and international tax.
Tax & Accounting
Stuttgart• Enterprise (€300-€1,000+/hour)
Felix1
Digital Steuerberater
Digital tax consulting platform combining online portal with personal tax advisor. Part of ETL Group with ~150 branches nationwide and transparent fixed pricing.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Fixed pricing (varies by service)
finAPI
Open Banking API
Germany's leading Open Banking API provider, BaFin-licensed. Connects to 3,000+ banks across 9 European countries. Modular platform covering open banking, data intelligence, KYC, and payments. Handles 5B+ API calls annually. Acquired by Fabrick.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Munich• Custom pricing
Finanzchef24
Insurance Broker
Digital insurance broker for businesses. Compare and manage all business insurances.
Insurance
Munich• Free comparison
Finch
Unified HR API
Unified API for HRIS and payroll systems. Mix of direct API integrations and assisted connections for employee data, pay runs, deductions, and benefits. Focused on employment data standardization.
API & Integration Infrastructure
New York• Free tier + usage-based
TechQuartier FinTech Hub
Fintech Community
Frankfurt's leading fintech ecosystem hub connecting startups with banks, regulators, and investors. Part of TechQuartier, offering co-working, acceleration programs, and access to the Frankfurt financial community.
Associations & Communities
Frankfurt• Membership-based
Finom
Business Neobank
All-in-one financial platform for SMEs combining business banking, invoicing, and expense management. German IBAN, unlimited free sub-accounts, up to 3% cashback on card spending.
Banking
Berlin• Free–€100/month
Finom
Fintech + Tax Platform
Business banking + accounting platform with integrated tax advisor consultation. DATEV integration. Supports UG, GmbH, freelancers, and solo entrepreneurs.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• From €89/month (tax advisor)
Flick Gocke Schaumburg
Tax Law Firm
Leading multidisciplinary tax law firm since 1972. 440+ professionals. Top-tier German and international tax law, tax audits, and disputes.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Bonn• Enterprise
WTS Advisory (FAS AG)
Financial Advisory
Part of the WTS Group, one of Germany's leading tax and financial advisory firms. Provides corporate finance, transaction advisory, and financial due diligence for mid-sized companies.
Advisory & Consulting
Frankfurt• On request
Fly Ventures
Venture Capital
Berlin-based seed VC for technical founders solving hard problems. €80M Fund III investing day-zero to seed across Europe.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed Stage
Forschungszulage
Steuerliche F&E-Förderung
Tax-based R&D funding for companies of all sizes in Germany. Up to 25% of eligible R&D personnel and contract research costs, max €3.5M per year (rising to €4.2M from 2026). Administered by BSFZ.
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to €3.5M/year
Förderdatenbank
Government Database
Federal government database of all funding programs from federal, state, and EU levels for startups and SMEs.
Government & Public Bodies
Berlin• Free
Forvis Mazars
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Global audit and tax firm with 2,700+ German professionals at 13 locations. Founded 1919 in Hamburg. Family businesses and owner-managed companies focus.
Tax & Accounting
Hamburg• Enterprise
Founder Institute Berlin
Pre-Seed Accelerator
World's largest pre-seed accelerator. Berlin chapter offers 14-week program with 900+ mentors. Equity collective model.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Program fee + equity collective
FounderIO
Digital Platform
Online platform connecting founders, investors, and talent for co-founder matching and startup team building across Germany.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Free/Premium
Founders Foundation
Foundation
Non-profit supporting B2B tech founders. Education, community, and resources.
Associations & CommunitiesGrowth Programs
Bielefeld• Free programs
Fraunhofer Venture
Research Spinoff Support
Fraunhofer Society's startup support for entrepreneurship from applied research. R&D centers throughout Germany.
Government & Public Bodies
Munich• Free for eligible researchers
Für-Gründer.de
Gründerberatung Portal
Germany's leading online portal for startup founders. Free business plan tools, funding database, consulting marketplace, and guides on Existenzgründung. Connects founders with certified advisors.
Advisory & Consulting
Frankfurt• Free (portal) / €3,000–€8,000 (consulting, 50%+ subsidized)
FunderNation
Equity Crowdfunding
German crowdinvesting platform with VC-level due diligence approach. €100 minimum investment for retail investors.
Private Capital
Münster• €100 - €25K per investor
futureSAX
Innovation Platform
Saxony's innovation platform connecting startups, SMEs, and research institutions. Organizes competitions and networking events.
Associations & Communities
Dresden• Free
German Accelerator
Accelerator
Government-backed program helping German startups expand to US and Asia.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Free (government-funded)
Germany FinTech
Sectoral Association
Initiative fostering Germany's financial innovation ecosystem. Represents 639 fintech companies across Berlin, Rhine-Main, and Munich hubs.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
Getsafe
Insurtech
Heidelberg-based insurtech offering fully digital insurance products. Covers liability, legal protection, household, and business insurance. App-first approach with instant coverage.
Insurance
Heidelberg• From €3/month
Global Founders Capital
Venture Capital
Rocket Internet's venture capital arm with €300M for seed and growth stage ventures. Backs category-defining companies worldwide.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed to Growth
Grant Thornton AG
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Top 10 auditing firm in Germany since 1958. 1,500+ employees at 11 locations. SME-focused with expatriate tax and indirect tax expertise.
Tax & Accounting
Düsseldorf• Enterprise
Gründerplattform
Digital Platform
KfW-funded free digital platform with interactive startup tools, training seminars, and business registration assistance for all founders.
Government & Public Bodies
Frankfurt• Free
GründungsBONUS Plus Berlin
Grant Program
Berlin's non-repayable grant for early-stage startups in tech, digital, creative, and sustainable industries. Covers up to 50% of costs (max €50,000).
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to €50,000
Gründungsstipendium NRW
Stipend
NRW state stipend providing €1,200 monthly for up to one year for startup founder teams of up to 3 people.
Public Funding
Düsseldorf• €1,200/month for 12 months
Germany Trade and Invest (GTAI)
Government Agency
Federal economic promotion agency with 58 offices abroad. Supports German startups expanding internationally and foreign companies entering Germany.
Government & Public Bodies
Bonn• Free consulting
GWGL Rechtsanwälte
Law Firm (Startup/Corporate)
Hamburg-based law firm specialized in corporate law for startups. Covers company formation, financing rounds, shareholder agreements, ESOP programs, and exit transactions.
Legal
Hamburg• On request
GTK Kröger Steuerberater
Steuerberater (E-Commerce)
Specialized e-commerce tax advisor. Expertise in Amazon, eBay, Shopify. Cross-border VAT compliance and One-Stop-Shop (OSS) registration.
Tax & Accounting
Düsseldorf• Custom
Hamburg Invest
Economic Development Agency
Hamburg's one-stop agency for business development. Supports startups with settlement, expansion, and funding navigation.
Government & Public Bodies
Hamburg• Free
Haufe Group / Lexware
Tax Software Provider
Since 1934, providing accounting software, tax tools, and training. Lexware is market leader in commercial accounting software for SMEs. Owns Smartsteuer.
Tax & Accounting
Freiburg• Subscription-based (varies by product)
Heuking (Tax)
Tax Law Firm
Major German business law firm with 450+ lawyers, tax advisors, and notaries across 8 cities. Transaction/restructuring tax, M&A, and succession planning.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Berlin• Enterprise
Hiscox Germany
Insurer
Specialist insurer for businesses and professionals. Strong in cyber and professional liability.
Insurance
Munich• From €100/year
High-Tech Gründerfonds
Venture Capital
Germany's most active seed investor. Pre-seed and seed funding for tech startups.
Private Capital
Bonn• €500k - €3M
hub:raum
Corporate Incubator
Deutsche Telekom's tech incubator since 2012. Up to €1M investment, 5G test bed, mentoring. 300+ startups supported.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Up to €1M
HV Capital
Venture Capital
Leading European VC with €2.8B AUM supporting founders from €500K to €50M. 225+ portfolio companies including Zalando and Delivery Hero.
Private Capital
Munich• €500K - €50M
IBB Pro FIT
Subsidized Loan
Berlin's innovation financing program offering loans and grants for R&D and market preparation of innovative products, services, and processes.
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to €400,000
Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB)
State Development Bank
Berlin's development bank offering startup funding including Berlin Start loans (up to €1.5M), grants, and Pro FIT innovation financing.
Government & Public Bodies
Berlin• Loans €5K - €1.5M; Grants up to €50K
IFB Hamburg
State Development Bank
Hamburg's development bank supporting economic development, innovation, and environmental protection through loans, grants, and advisory.
Government & Public Bodies
Hamburg• Loan programs (varies)
IHK Berlin
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce for Berlin. Business registration, networking, advocacy.
Government & Public Bodies
Berlin• Membership required
IHK Frankfurt am Main
Industrie- und Handelskammer
Chamber of industry and commerce for the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main region. Startup support, business development advisory, international trade services, and financial sector expertise. Gateway to Germany's financial capital.
Government & Public Bodies
Frankfurt• Membership-based
IHK München und Oberbayern
Industrie- und Handelskammer
Germany's largest chamber of industry and commerce with 400,000+ member companies. Startup advisory, business registration support, trade certification, international trade services, and networking for the Munich/Upper Bavaria region.
Government & Public Bodies
Munich• Membership-based
Impact Hub Berlin
Impact Accelerator
Berlin-based accelerator for impact startups. Runs programs for sustainable food systems, climate action, and circular economy solutions.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Program-based
InnoStartBonus Saxony
Stipend
Saxony's startup grant providing €1,000 monthly for 12 months plus professional support and networking for innovative founders.
Public Funding
Dresden• €1,000/month for 12 months
InsurLab Germany
Industry Hub
Cologne-based hub for digital transformation of insurance. Connects startups and scale-ups with insurance industry partners.
Growth Programs
Cologne• Membership-based
Insurtech Hub Munich
Insurtech Community
Munich-based insurtech community connecting startups with insurance companies, reinsurers, and investors. Programs include acceleration, industry events, and access to Munich's insurance ecosystem (Allianz, Munich Re, etc.).
Associations & Communities
Munich• Membership-based
Integral Steuerberatung
Digital Steuerberater
Modern digital Steuerberatung (2024, ex-Penta/Kontist founders). Cloud platform with 100+ bank integrations for startups, SMEs, GmbH, and UG.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Subscription-based
Invesdor
Equity Crowdfunding
Pan-European crowdfunding platform with 180K+ investors. Merged with German Kapilendo. €531M+ funded. Offers equity, bonds, and convertible loans.
Private Capital
Berlin• €250 - €50K per investor
Invest BW
Grant Program
Baden-Württemberg's innovation funding program. Grants for R&D projects.
Public Funding
Stuttgart• Up to €400,000
INVEST Wagniskapitalzuschuss
Tax Incentive
BMWK program providing tax-free 15-25% investment grants to business angels investing €10,000+ in young innovative companies.
Public Funding
Bonn• 15-25% of investment
Invest in Bavaria
Economic Development Agency
Bavaria's investment promotion agency offering free confidential advisory for businesses looking to set up in Bavaria.
Government & Public Bodies
Munich• Free
KBHT
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Wirtschaftsprüfer, Steuerberater, and law firm. Specializes in cryptocurrency taxation alongside broader SME and startup tax services.
Tax & Accounting
Düsseldorf• Custom
Kombo
Unified HR API
European-focused unified API for HRIS, ATS, and payroll systems. Deep expertise in European-specific platforms with strong GDPR compliance. Built for SaaS companies needing HR integrations across European markets.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Berlin• Custom pricing
KfW
Development Bank
Germany's state-owned development bank offering low-interest loans, grants, and equity programs for startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs. Key programs include ERP-Gründerkredit, KfW-Unternehmerkredit, and ERP-Startgeld.
Public FundingBanking
Frankfurt• Loans from 0.01% interest
KfW Förderbank
Development Bank
Germany's state development bank. Startup loans, innovation grants, subsidized financing.
Public Funding
Frankfurt• Subsidized rates
KfW Capital
Fund of Funds
KfW subsidiary investing in 150+ VC funds supporting 2,800+ startups. Europe's largest institutional VC fund investor.
Private Capital
Frankfurt• Fund of Funds model
KI Verband
Industry Association
Germany's largest AI network with 350+ members connecting AI and deep tech companies with industry and politics.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
Kontist Steuerservice
Digital Steuerberater
All-in-one tax service for freelancers combining banking with bookkeeping, VAT returns, and annual tax filing. Part of Ageras group. Monthly fixed fee with personal tax advisor.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €99–€149/month
KPMG Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Big Four firm with 26 German locations. Comprehensive tax services from compliance to strategic planning with interdisciplinary team approach.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Enterprise (€300-€1,000+/hour)
L-Bank
Landesförderbank
State development bank of Baden-Württemberg providing subsidized loans, grants, and guarantees for startups, SMEs, and innovation projects. Programs include Startfinanzierung 80, Innovationsfinanzierung, and Wachstumsfinanzierung.
Public Funding
Karlsruhe• Subsidized loans & grants
Lakestar
Venture Capital
Pan-European VC with €2B AUM. Early backer of Spotify, Revolut, and Trivago. Invests from early to growth stage.
Private Capital
Berlin• Early to Growth Stage
Lexoffice
Accounting Software
Cloud invoicing and accounting software by Lexware. GoBD-certified with Steuerberater collaboration features and DATEV export.
Tax & Accounting
Freiburg• From €7.90/month
LfA Förderbank Bayern
Landesförderbank
State development bank of Bavaria providing subsidized loans, equity, and guarantees for startups and SMEs. Key programs include Startkredit, Universalkredit, and Innovationsförderung for Bavarian companies.
Public Funding
Munich• Subsidized loans & grants
Lohnsteuer kompakt
Tax Software
Online tax return platform by forium GmbH. Free data entry and tax calculation — pay only when you submit (€34.95). Available in English, popular with expats.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €34.95 per return
Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft (Tax)
Tax Law Firm
Top German business law firm with 420+ lawyers and tax advisors across 10 offices. Company taxation, M&A tax, succession planning, and inbound/outbound investments.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Berlin• Enterprise
mailo
Gewerbeversicherung
Germany's specialized commercial insurer for freelancers, small businesses, and self-employed. Covers 700+ business types with tailored policies. Digital-first with quick online quotes.
Insurance
Cologne• From €5/month
Max Planck Innovation
Research Spinoff Support
Technology transfer organization for Max Planck Institute researchers. 170+ spinoffs with €2.5B+ raised and 9,300+ jobs created.
Government & Public Bodies
Munich• Free for eligible researchers
Mein Mikrokredit
Microloan
Federal microcredit program offering loans up to €25,000 for small businesses and startups unable to access traditional bank financing.
Public Funding
Hamburg• Up to €25,000
Menold Bezler
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Full-service firm in Stuttgart with 400+ employees including 150+ lawyers, tax advisors, and auditors. Strong Mittelstand focus combining legal, tax, and audit services under one roof.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Stuttgart• On request
Merge
Unified HR API
Unified API platform with 220+ integrations across HRIS, ATS, CRM, accounting, ticketing, and file storage. Broadest category coverage of any unified API. Common data models for standardized access across platforms.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• From $650/month
MGP Steuerberater
Steuerberater
Berlin-based firm recognized for startup expertise. English-speaking team specializing in young companies, founders, and expat entrepreneurs.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Custom
Moore Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Association of independent auditing and tax consultancy firms since 2000 with 200+ specialists at 6 German locations for mid-sized and global corporations.
Tax & Accounting
Munich• Enterprise
Munich Startup
Ecosystem Platform
Munich's official startup portal providing news, events directory, and ecosystem overview for the Munich startup scene.
Associations & Communities
Munich• Free
Nango
Integration Platform
Open-source integration platform supporting 700+ APIs. Code-first approach with TypeScript integration functions. Auth handling, two-way syncing, rate limit management, and per-tenant isolation. SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA, and GDPR compliant.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• Free (open source) + cloud plans
NBank Startup Förderung
Seed Fund
Lower Saxony's development bank providing seed funding and venture capital through the NSeed program for tech startups.
Public Funding
Hanover• Variable by initiative
NBS Partners
Steuerberater
Hamburg-based firm with 15+ years experience specializing in digital business models, internet startups, e-commerce, and software companies.
Tax & Accounting
Hamburg• Custom
Nexia Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Accounting and tax advisory with 500+ employees at 10 German offices. Mid-market focus with international accounting and global mobility tax services.
Tax & Accounting
Frankfurt• Enterprise
Next Media Accelerator
Media Accelerator
Hamburg-based 6-month accelerator backed by 30+ media outlets. Supports scalable media innovation startups.
Growth Programs
Hamburg• €25K - €50K
Noerr (Tax)
Tax Law Firm
Pan-European law firm since 1950 with 50+ tax professionals. Corporate/fund tax law, M&A tax advice, real estate transactions, and restructuring.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Munich• Enterprise
Norman Finance
AI Tax Platform
AI-powered accounting autopilot combining automated invoice/receipt matching with certified Steuerberater guidance. Tax filing automation for founders.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Subscription-based
NRW.BANK
Landesförderbank
State development bank of North Rhine-Westphalia offering subsidized loans, equity investments, and grants for startups and SMEs. Programs include NRW.SeedBridge (convertible loans up to €200K) and NRW.Venture (equity up to €15M).
Public Funding
Düsseldorf• Subsidized loans & equity
NRW.Global Business
Economic Development Agency
North Rhine-Westphalia's business promotion agency supporting startups and companies with location services and international market access.
Government & Public Bodies
Düsseldorf• Free
Orrick Germany
Law Firm
Global law firm known for startup and VC work. Strong in financing rounds.
Legal
Düsseldorf• €350-600/hour
Osborne Clarke
Law Firm
International law firm with strong startup and tech practice in Germany.
Legal
Munich• €300-500/hour
Paragon
Integration Platform
Embedded integration infrastructure for B2B SaaS companies. Dual offering with low-code visual workflow editor and pro-code solution. ActionKit with MCP server for real-time AI agent integrations. Build customer-facing integrations 7x faster.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• Custom pricing
Picus Capital
Venture Capital
Munich-based early-stage VC investing globally from pre-seed to Series A. Backed by the Strüngmann family. Focus on B2B SaaS, fintech, health tech, and deep tech with strong operational support.
Private Capital
Munich• Pre-Seed to Series A
Plaid
Open Banking API
Global financial data network connecting apps to bank accounts. Recently expanded data connectivity to Germany. Nearly 2,000 European financial institution connections. Powers financial apps with account linking, transaction data, and identity verification.
API & Integration Infrastructure
San Francisco• Free tier + usage-based
Plug and Play Germany
Accelerator
Global innovation platform with 5 German locations (Stuttgart, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin). Industry-focused accelerator programs connecting startups with corporate partners in mobility, fintech, insurtech, and supply chain.
Growth Programs
Stuttgart• Free (corporate-backed)
POELLATH
Law Firm (VC/PE)
Leading German law firm with 180+ professionals specializing in M&A, private equity, venture capital, and tax law. Market-leading VC practice covering seed to exit. Top-ranked by Chambers and Legal 500.
Legal
Berlin• On request
Point Nine Capital
Venture Capital
Berlin-based seed VC founded 2008, one of Europe's top seed investors. Focuses exclusively on B2B SaaS and marketplaces.
Private Capital
Berlin• €500K - €5M
Project A Ventures
Venture Capital
Berlin-based operational VC managing $1B+ AUM. Invests pre-seed to Series A with 140+ platform specialists supporting portfolio companies.
Private Capital
Berlin• €1M - €10M
Prototype Fund
Grant Program
Federal program supporting developers building innovative open-source software. Up to €95,000 per team for 6-month funding phases.
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to €95,000
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Big Four firm with 14,000+ employees in Germany. Major tax advisory practice covering corporate, individual, M&A, and international tax consulting.
Tax & Accounting
Frankfurt• Enterprise (€300-€1,000+/hour)
Qonto
Business Neobank
European neobank for SMEs and freelancers with German IBAN. Multi-user accounts, expense management, unlimited sub-accounts, and accounting integrations (DATEV, lexoffice). 500,000+ business clients.
Banking
Berlin• €9–€249/month
Railz (FIS)
Unified Finance API
Financial data API (now FIS Accounting Data as a Service) for pushing and pulling data from accounting, banking, and e-commerce systems. Single connection to all major accounting platforms including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, and NetSuite.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Toronto• Custom pricing
Reimann Investors
Family Office
Single-family office of the Reimann family. Invests in digital commerce, fintech, and SaaS startups.
Private Capital
Munich• Early Stage to Growth
Rutter
Unified Finance API
Unified API for B2B financial products covering 60+ commerce, accounting, and payment platforms. Stripe-like developer experience with robust sandbox, webhooks, and fast data fetching. Strong in e-commerce integrations.
API & Integration Infrastructure
New York• Custom pricing
Ride Capital
Tax Optimization
Tax-optimized holding structures and investment vehicles for entrepreneurs.
Tax & AccountingAdvisory & Consulting
Berlin• Custom
Rödl & Partner
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Founded 1977, professional services firm with 116 offices in 50 countries. Comprehensive tax, audit, legal, and management consulting.
Tax & Accounting
Nuremberg• Enterprise
RootCamp
Industry Hub
Germany's agri-tech and food startup innovation hub. Support and resources for agricultural and food technology solutions.
Growth Programs
Hanover• Program-based
Rose & Partner
Tax Law Firm
Law firm + Steuerberater in 4 German cities. Specializes in international tax, crypto, and real estate. English-speaking and expat-friendly.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Berlin• €300 - €500+/hour
RSM Deutschland
Wirtschaftsprüfung / Steuerberatung
Professional services firm since 1992 with 600+ employees at 15 German locations. Audit, tax, transaction consulting, and legal services.
Tax & Accounting
Düsseldorf• Enterprise
Salt Edge
Open Banking API
Open banking API aggregator connecting to 5,000+ banks and financial institutions worldwide. 100% PSD2-compliant. Account information and payment initiation through a single API. Strong international coverage beyond Europe.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Toronto• Custom pricing
SAP.iO Foundries
Corporate Accelerator
SAP's startup accelerator powered by Techstars. 13-week program for B2B and enterprise SaaS startups integrating with the SAP ecosystem.
Growth Programs
Berlin• Equity-based
Saxenhammer & Co.
M&A Advisory
Independent M&A and corporate finance advisory firm. Cross-border transaction expertise with focus on German-speaking markets. Serves mid-market companies with buy-side and sell-side mandates.
Advisory & Consulting
Frankfurt• On request
Schemm Finance Consulting
Finance Consulting
Finance consulting firm specializing in SMEs in the Franconia/Nuremberg region. Services include financial planning, controlling, CFO advisory, and business optimization for growing companies.
Advisory & Consulting
Nuremberg• On request
Schlun & Elseven
Law Firm (Startup/Corporate)
Internationally active law firm with full English-language services. Specializes in startup formation, corporate law, immigration, and cross-border legal matters. Popular with expat entrepreneurs.
Legal
Cologne• On request
Seedmatch
Equity Crowdfunding
Germany's pioneering equity crowdfunding platform founded 2011 in Dresden. €70M+ raised from retail investors for innovative startups.
Private Capital
Dresden• €250 - €5K per investor
sevdesk
Accounting Software
Cloud invoicing and bookkeeping software with integrated Steuerberater portal. DATEV export and real-time advisor access to client data.
Tax & Accounting
Offenburg• From €8.90/month
SevenAccelerator
Media Accelerator
ProSiebenSat.1's 3-month accelerator offering €500K-€750K for early-stage consumer companies with access to premium media reach.
Growth Programs
Munich• €500K - €750K
SIE gründet
Women's Network
Association for international women entrepreneurs in Germany. Visibility, networking, and practical support for female founders.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
Siemens Next47
Corporate Venture Capital
Siemens' independent €1B+ VC fund investing in deep tech, AI, quantum computing, and climate tech. 239 companies, 14 unicorns in portfolio.
Private Capital
Munich• €5M - €50M+
Silicon Allee
Community Network
Classic Berlin startup community facilitating monthly networking among tech entrepreneurs and startup founders.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Free
Smartsteuer
Tax Software
Leading browser-based tax return software (Lexware group, since 2010). Supports up to 5 returns/year for €39.99. Average refund €1,432.
Tax & Accounting
Hanover• €39.99/year
Social Entrepreneurship Netzwerk Deutschland
Association
Germany's network for social entrepreneurs. Advocacy, networking, and support for impact-driven startups.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Membership fees
Sorted
Tax Software
AI-powered tax platform for freelancers and self-employed. Automatic income/expense tracking, VAT pre-notification, and optional certified Steuerberater support.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• From €98/year
SpinLab – The HHL Accelerator
Accelerator
Leipzig-based free 6-month accelerator for early-phase tech startups. No equity, €6,000 award, ranked top 3 accelerators in Germany.
Growth Programs
Leipzig• Free (€6,000 award)
StartHub Hessen
Equity Investment
Hesse's startup support network including Technology Fund Hesse IV providing €0.5-2M in equity for young tech companies.
Public Funding
Frankfurt• €500K - €2M
Startup Autobahn
Corporate Accelerator
Europe's largest open innovation platform by Mercedes-Benz and Plug and Play. 100-day pilots with corporate partners. 320+ projects completed.
Growth Programs
Stuttgart• Partnership-based
Start-up BW Pre-Seed
Equity Investment
Baden-Württemberg pre-seed financing program with state co-investment alongside private investors for innovative startups.
Public Funding
Stuttgart• Variable (co-investment model)
Startup City Hamburg
Ecosystem Platform
Hamburg's official startup ecosystem platform providing funding info, hub directory, and startup support for Northern Germany.
Associations & Communities
Hamburg• Free
Startup Grind Germany
Community Network
Global startup community with chapters in Berlin, Frankfurt, and other German cities. Free education and networking events.
Associations & Communities
Berlin• Free
SteuerSparErklärung
Tax Software
Established tax software by Akademische Arbeitsgemeinschaft (Wolters Kluwer). Over 1 million tax returns filed annually. Desktop and subscription options with comprehensive tax guides.
Tax & Accounting
Mannheim• €27.95–€39.95/year
Steueragenten
Digital Steuerberater
Digital-first tax advisory firm pioneering online Steuerberatung. Serves startups, e-commerce, and growing businesses with transparent pricing and cloud workflows.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Transparent pricing
Steuerberaten.de
Digital Steuerberater
Online-first Steuerberater with team of tax experts. Automated data import, personal advisor. Tax returns, accounting, annual statements, and payroll.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Varies by service
Steuerbot
Tax Software
Mobile-first tax return app using chat-based interface. Simple Q&A format for filing. Part of Taxfix group. Free until submission, €39.99 to file.
Tax & Accounting
Fellbach• €39.99 per return
SteuerGo
Tax Software
Online tax software with official ELSTER integration. Filing in under 20 minutes. Multilingual support including Russian. €34.95 per return.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €34.95 per return
SW UNITAX
Steuerberater
Germany's leading startup tax consulting firm with 25+ years experience. Agile, scalable, fully digital. Exclusively focused on startup support from founding through growth.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Custom
Target Partners
Venture Capital
Munich-based VC founded 1999 with €300M AUM. Invests in seed and early-stage tech companies across the DACH region.
Private Capital
Munich• Seed to Early Stage
Taxando
Tax Software
Multi-platform tax app (Android, iOS, desktop) with self-service (€34.90) or premium advisor support (€99+). ELSTER submission.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €34.90 - €99+
Taxfix
Tax Software
Berlin fintech (€1B+ valuation) offering tax filing via app. Owns Steuerbot and TaxScouts brands. Simple Q&A format to expert-guided services.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• Free to €39.99 per return
TechQuartier
Accelerator
Frankfurt's fintech hub and accelerator. Runs the GIRAF program for B2B software startups in fintech, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
Growth Programs
Frankfurt• Program-based
Techstars Berlin
Accelerator
World-class accelerator program. 3 months, $120k investment, global network.
Growth Programs
Berlin• $120k for 6%
Tink (Visa)
Open Banking API
European open banking platform by Visa. Single API connecting to 6,000+ banks across Europe. PSD2-compliant data aggregation, payment initiation, and account verification. Powers major banks and fintechs across the continent.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Stockholm• Custom pricing
TRIP Thuringia
Grant Program
Thuringia's innovation program with €4,000 startup grants and a 4-month accelerator for business models and prototyping.
Public Funding
Erfurt• Up to €4,000
TrueLayer
Open Banking API
Open banking API platform providing direct bank connections for payments, data aggregation, and identity verification. Covers 95% of European bank accounts. Instant payouts and recurring payments for merchants and platforms.
API & Integration Infrastructure
London• Custom pricing
Truto
Integration Platform
Unified API platform with 250+ integrations combining API services with a service-first delivery model. All integrations automatically available as LLM tools for LangChain, LlamaIndex, or MCP-compatible clients. Strong AI-native approach.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Remote• Custom pricing
TUM Venture Labs
University Program
TU Munich's startup labs spanning AI, biotech, robotics, quantum tech, and more. Provides education, resources, and deep-tech support.
Growth Programs
Munich• Free (university-based)
Unternehmergold
Coaching
Tax optimization coaching by Alexander Keck. Mentoring for GmbH transitions and wealth building.
Advisory & ConsultingTax & Accounting
Munich• Custom
Unified.to
Unified Finance API
Unified API platform with 180+ app integrations across accounting, CRM, commerce, marketing, and knowledge management. Zero-storage architecture — API requests go directly to the source system without caching or background sync.
API & Integration Infrastructure
Remote• Free tier available
UnternehmerTUM
Innovation Center
Europe's leading innovation center at TU Munich. Offers XPRENEURS, TechFounders, and RESPOND programs. 1,000+ startups supported.
Growth Programs
Munich• Program-dependent
VDMA Startup Machine
Industry Association
Initiative by Germany's mechanical engineering association (3,500 members) connecting startups with established engineering companies.
Associations & Communities
Frankfurt• Membership/Participation fees
Visionaries Club
Venture Capital
Berlin and Munich-based VC investing in European B2B software companies from seed to Series B. Founded by successful entrepreneurs with a strong operator network. Focus on vertical SaaS, fintech, and infrastructure.
Private Capital
Berlin• Seed to Series B
Vorwerk Ventures
Corporate Venture Capital
Corporate VC arm of the Vorwerk Group investing in early-stage European tech startups. Focus on digital platforms, consumer tech, fintech, and sustainability. Typical investments from €500K to €5M.
Private Capital
Wuppertal• €500K–€5M
VW Future Mobility Incubator
Corporate Incubator
Volkswagen's startup program in Dresden supporting innovative mobility ideas with coaches, IT infrastructure, and €15,000 support.
Growth Programs
Dresden• €15,000 per team
Wachstumsfonds Deutschland
Growth Capital
€1 billion growth fund providing late-stage venture capital to tech startups and scale-ups in Germany and Europe.
Public Funding
Bonn• €5M - €25M+
WBS.LEGAL
Law Firm (Digital/IT)
Modern law firm known for digital-first approach and strong online presence. Covers startup formation, commercial law, IP, data privacy (GDPR), and IT law. Transparent pricing for many services.
Legal
Cologne• Varies by service
Wayra Germany
Corporate Accelerator
Telefónica's corporate VC and accelerator. €150K-€5M investment plus guaranteed enterprise customers for tech startups.
Growth Programs
Munich• €150K - €5M
WestTech Ventures
Venture Capital
Berlin-based pre-seed and seed investor focused on B2B SaaS, developer tools, and enterprise software. 53 portfolio companies.
Private Capital
Berlin• Pre-Seed to Seed
WINHELLER
Tax Law Firm (Crypto)
Law firm + tax advisory specializing in crypto, Bitcoin, NFTs, DeFi, and international tax. English-speaking experts for blockchain taxation.
Tax & AccountingLegal
Frankfurt• €250 - €600+/hour
WISO Steuer (Buhl)
Tax Software
Germany's #1 tax software by Buhl Data Service, with over 25 years on the market. Available on PC, Mac, browser and app. Regular test winner with automatic tax optimization and ELSTER integration.
Tax & Accounting
Neunkirchen• €29.95–€45.95/year
XPRENEURS
Inkubator
Munich-based deep tech incubator by UnternehmerTUM. 3-month program for high-tech startups in smart city, mobility, enterprise software, medtech, and hardware. Provides €25K grant, office space, and mentorship.
Growth Programs
Munich• €25K grant
Yapily
Open Banking API
Open banking infrastructure platform with 2,000+ bank connections across 19 European countries including Germany. AISP and PISP services through one API. Data enrichment, transaction categorization, and pay-by-bank payments.
API & Integration Infrastructure
London• Custom pricing
WTS
Steuerberatungsgesellschaft
Full-service tax consulting with 1,500+ experts in Germany (€254M revenue). No auditing — conflict-free tax advisory. High-end tax, advisory, and digital services.
Tax & Accounting
Munich• Enterprise
Wundertax
Tax Software
Easy-to-use tax software completing returns in ~17 minutes. Average refund €1,172. Free until submission, €29.99 to file.
Tax & Accounting
Berlin• €29.99 per return
Zentrales Innovationsprogramm Mittelstand
Grant Program
Germany's largest innovation program for SMEs. Funds R&D projects with up to 45% of costs. €630 million annual budget, no deadlines.
Public Funding
Berlin• Up to 45% of R&D costs