Berufshaftpflichtversicherung (professional liability insurance) setup

Overview

Use this before offering consulting, IT, architecture, or similar services. Professional liability insurance (Berufshaftpflicht) covers errors in your professional work.

Timing to be aware of

Before event

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Business description
• estimated revenue

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• My freelance visa application was rejected. What are my options?
• I have a Steuer-ID but my client says I need a Steuernummer. Are they the same?
• My visa says Selbstständige Tätigkeit nicht gestattet. Can I do freelance work?
• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?
• I just arrived and my card hasn't arrived. Can I see a doctor today?

Related events

• Krankenversicherung for Selbstständige setup
  Critical
  When triggered
• Betriebshaftpflichtversicherung (business liability insurance) setup
  High
  Before event
• Annual health insurance review for freelancers
  High
  Annually
• Gewerbeanmeldung (business registration)
  Critical
  When triggered
• Freiberufler registration with Finanzamt
  Critical
  When triggered