As a founder with an international background, you bring fresh ideas, global expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit that enrich Hamburg’s innovation landscape. With over 90% of international founders holding a university degree, your expertise helps drive Hamburg’s startup growth.
Your perspective matters – and Hamburg is ready to support you. You won’t be alone on this journey: from day one we’re here to guide you with personal consultations, practical advice, and access to a strong local network. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up – let’s shape your future together, in Hamburg.
Challenges for migrant founders: 2hearts community @HHIS 25
Bureaucracy? Visa? Housing ? What are the main challenges that immigrant startup founders face? The 2hearts community got together to chat about this at the Hamburg Innovation Summit 2025. Here are the highlights!
Top 3 hurdles for international entrepreneurs
Hamburg is a great place for international entrepreneurs, but getting started can be complex. Here’s how to tackle the most common challenges around administration, funding, and networking.
1. Bureaucracy & language barriers
Germany’s legal and administrative system is highly structured and often difficult to navigate without German language skills. From residence permits to business registration, each step is essential and often depends on completing the others. Make sure to plan enough time for these bureaucratic processes.
Clarify your residence status and visa (e.g. Business Plan Visa). Register at Einwohnermeldeamt (District Office) for the registration of your residence, contact at Hamburg Welcome Center, register at Ausländerbehörde for residence permit and at Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (BAMF) for Asylum request.
Choose the right legal form (e.g. GmbH, UG).
Once you begin your business, register at the Trade Office (Gewerbeamt). Tax Office (Finanzamt, via the ELSTER portal for tax registration) and, if applicable, the commercial register (Handelsregister) or the relevant professional association (Genossenschaft).
If you gained your qualifications abroad, make sure to have them officially recognised in Germany. The digital navigator HANNA offers you a personal roadmap to your qualification in six languages. In addition the ZAA (Zentrale Anlaufstelle Anerkennung) by Diakonie Hamburg and e.g. IQ Netzwerk, Arbeit und Leben, Welcome Center, Arbeitsgemeinschaft selbständiger Migranten e.V., Unternehmer ohne Grenzen can help you get started.
2. Funding & financial planning
Finding funding as a foreigner can be tricky, but Hamburg and Germany offer a variety of support programs. A solid financial plan is essential - not just for investors, but for administrative approvals too.
Get an overview of the funding landscape in HH by exploring local grants and startup subsidies (e.g. Hamburgische Investitions- und Förderbank (IFB Hamburg), Startup City, Handelskammer (HK), Unternehmer ohne Grenzen (UoG), Arbeitsgemeinschaft selbständiger Migraten e.V. (ASM), Social Entrepreneurship City HH, Bürgerschaftsbank etc.).
Reach out to investors and public funding programs.
Prepare a complete business and financial plan (e.g. Arbeitergemeinschaft selbständiger Migranten e.V. (ASM), HK (Handelskammer), Unternehmer ohne Grenzen (UoG), Bürgschaftsbank, Startup Port, ImpossibleFounder, Wirtschaftssenioren, hei. Hamburger ExistenzgründungsInitiative).
3. Building a network
Without existing contacts, it can be hard to get started - but Hamburg’s international startup scene is growing. Tapping into the right communities opens doors to partnerships, funding, and local know-how.
Join English-speaking founder meetups and startup hubs.
Connect with mentors and accelerators (e.g. 2hearts Hamburg, The Migrant Accelerator (TMA), Aidia e.v., KörberStartHub).
Use support services like Startup City Hamburg, the ASM, Startup Port or the Hamburg Invest.
How important are international founders for Hamburg?
Melanie Leonhard, Senator for Economic Affairs, is delighted that immigrants are setting up businesses in Hamburg. In this interview, she explains what makes this group of entrepreneurs so unique.
Guide: Turn your idea into a business – start up in Hamburg
Ready to get started? Here you will find all the information for Hamburg's qualified professionals and talents with international background who want to found a startup in Hamburg! We will guide you to the process of founding a startup - with everything you need from idea to launch.
Step 1: General consultation
Start your journey with an overview of your options. Get initial guidance from:
Hamburg Welcome Center, Unternehmer ohne Grenzen (UoG), Startup City Hamburg, Arbeitsgemeinschaft selbständiger Migranten e.V. (ASM), hei. or Startup Port.
Step 2: Specific advisory services
Recognition of qualifications. The Diakonie, The Zentrale Anlaufstelle Anerkennung (ZAA) at the Hamburg Welcome Center, Hamburger Anerkennungsnavigator (HANNA) within the IQ Network Hamburg offer support with the recognition process and IFB Hamburg financial support in the form of grants and interest-free loans as well as a monthly stipend.
Startup concept and legal structure (e.g. Handelskammer (HK), Startup Port, Arbeitsgemeinschaft selbständiger Migranten e.V. (ASM), hei., Lawaetz Stiftung, Unternehmer ohne Grenzen (UoG), PariKom).
Industry-specific advice & funding. Clusters like Kreativgesellschaft, Life Science NORD, Aviation, Food Cluster, Renewable Energy Hamburg, Finance City Hamburg GmbH (FCH), Logistik-Initiative Hamburg (LIHH), Medien&IT, Maritimes Cluster Norddeutschland.
Step 3 (in case you need it): Labor law advice
Refugee Law Clinic Hamburg offers high-quality legal advice from law students to refugees, free of charge. They focus on ensuring the quality of training and closely supervising advisory activities
"Arbeit und Leben" offers support with business registration, information and advice on labor and social security law for Ukrainians, as well as information and advice on labor and social security law for employees from other EU countries.
For legal advice for founders with a migration background in Hamburg, the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce offers special advice and network meetings for migrant companies. In addition, the hei. offers free initial advice for anyone interested in setting up a business. For legal questions on residence law, there is the Hamburg Welcome Center and for general migration advice and, if required, for employment permits, you can contact the Migration Advisory Service for Adults. Hamburg residents with low income can turn to the Öffentliche Rechts Auskunft (ÖRA) for low-cost legal consultation, dispute settlement and mediation assistance in all legal fields.
Step 4: Business plan & expert feedback – the key step!
Your business plan is the foundation for your startup - and often required for funding, permits, and success. Get expert support to develop, sharpen, and validate your plan from:
ASM, hei., UoG, HK, Startup Port, Wirtschaftssenioren and Parikom. Without a strong business plan, your startup idea may not move forward - this is the step everything else builds on.
Step 5: Support after founding
Once your business is registered, you can continue to get in touch with supportive institutions in Hamburg. Reach out to: Startup-Unit, Firmenhilfe, Wirtschaftssenioren, Welcome Center and HK. Migrantenwirtschaft for ongoing advice and networking, Arbeit und Leben - offers information and advice on labor and social security law and Hamburg Invest for real estate, qualified employees & further services.
Quotes
Noah Raissi
CEO & Founder of Rukki
Jacqueline De Lora
CTO & Co-Founder from SURFACtoBioTech GmbH
Alex Kasinec
CEO & Co-Founder of Evitado Technologies Inc.
Your founding journey
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1. Orientation & personal preparation
Start with personal preparation:
📌 Assess founding personality
🤝 Immerse yourself in the community
📑 Use consulting & structuring
✅ Check feasibility and approval requirements
🗣️ Improve language skills
📂 Understand integration & bureaucracy
📌 Find a suitable location
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2. Right of residence & legal framework
The legal framework is essential:
📌 Clarify residence status
🏢 Choose a suitable legal form
🖋️ Organise notary and legal advice
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3. Business preparation
Lay the most important foundations:
💡 Validate your business idea
💶 Check funding opportunities (e.g. IFB, Bürgschaftsbank)
📝 Write a business plan
📊 Draw up a financing plan
👩💼 Find a tax advisor
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4. Administrative steps for setting up a company
After planning comes implementation:
🏦 Open a business account
📑 Register your business/Make an entry in the commercial register
🔢 Apply for a tax number
🌍 Apply for a VAT number
🩺 Take out health & social insurance
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5. Infrastructure & Communication
In addition to team building, external perception also plays a key role:
💻 Create a website and professional email address
🤝 Build a network and industry contacts
🗣️ Utilise language support for communication
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6. Market entry & growth
Once the foundations have been laid, it is time for the next crucial step:
📣 Develop a marketing strategy
🤝 Establish a sales strategy
🎯 Begin customer acquisition
👥 Develop a team structure
🔍 Plan for recruitment
Good to know : FAQ for international founders
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If you’re from outside the EU, you’ll need a Startup Visa, Freelancer Visa, or residence permit to legally live and work in Hamburg. A Schengen Visa allows stays up to 90 days, but for business purposes, a National Visa (Category D) is required. Once in Germany, you must apply for a residence permit at the relevant Ausländerbehörde (Foreigners' Office), depending on your registered address. Your residence status must allow self-employment and requires valid health insurance.
For help, contact the Hamburg Welcome Center or call +49 (0)40 42839-5555.
More info: Make It in Germany – Visa Guide -
To work in regulated professions or qualify for certain support programs, your foreign degrees or certifications may need recognition in Germany. This is especially important for health, education, and skilled trades.
Start with the Recognition Finder Tool to see if your profession requires assessment. Help is available via the Welcome Center's Zentrale Anlaufstelle Anerkennung (ZAA) and at: www.anerkennung-in-deutschland.de , Make It in Germany – Recognition
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To launch your startup officially, you need to complete a few key steps:
- Register your business with the local Gewerbeamt (Trade Office)
- Apply for your tax number at the Finanzamt (Tax Office)
- Depending on your business form, register with the Handelsregister (Commercial Register)
Every legal structure (e.g. sole trader, UG, GmbH) may require different documentation. You’ll also need a business bank account and proof of address.
Learn more at Hamburg’s Startup Registration Portal
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In Germany, the main legal forms for startups include:
- UG (Unternehmergesellschaft): A mini-GmbH with low starting capital
- GmbH: A limited liability company, ideal for scaling
- GbR or Einzelunternehmen: For freelancers or very small teams
Each form affects your liability, taxes, and registration process. Choosing the right one early helps avoid legal and financial issues later on.
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How to open a business Bank account in Hamburg as an international Founder
Opening a business bank account is one of the first and most crucial steps when starting your company in Germany.
As a migrant entrepreneur, the process can be more complex—but with the right documents and guidance, it’s fully manageable.
To open a business bank account in Hamburg, you’ll typically need:
- A valid passport or national ID
- A registration certificate (Meldebescheinigung) confirming your official address in Hamburg
- A valid residence permit if you are from a non-EU country (your visa must explicitly allow self-employment)If you are founding with partners, banks may also require additional documents:
- Partnerships (GbR, oHG): IDs of all partners, the partnership agreement, and for an oHG, an extract from the Commercial Register (Handelsregisterauszug), a partner list (Gesellschafterliste), and possibly a trade license.
- Corporations (GmbH, UG, AG): IDs of founders and managing directors, a shareholder list (Gesellschafterliste), articles of association (Gesellschaftsvertrag), a certificate of incorporation (Gründungsurkunde), and an extract from the Commercial Register.
Some banks may also ask for a business plan, proof of startup registration, or a tax number, especially if the account is for a company rather than a freelancer.
Opening an account can take time and requires a personal appointment at most banks. Some online or fintech banks also offer business accounts for founders with international backgrounds.
💡 Tip: The Hamburg Welcome Center and other advisory services like Unternehmer ohne Grenzen can help you navigate this process, choose the right bank, and prepare your documents.
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Hamburg offers a variety of startup grants and financing programs tailored to support international entrepreneurs. These include:
- Gründungszuschuss – Startup grant from the Job Agency
- Einstiegsgeld – Financial support for Bürgergeld recipients starting a business
- ERP-Gründerkredit Startgeld – Loans up to €125,000 for new founders
- Mikromezzaninfonds Deutschland – Early-stage capital via MBG Hamburg
- Backbone Ventures – VC fund focused on 1st & 2nd generation migrant founders.
Hamburg offers key contact points like the Welcome Center for general migration-related topics and Startup City Hamburg or ASM for startup-specific guidance. UoG and ASM provides personalized support for migrant founders from your first steps, business planning to financing in different languages. The Startup-Unit acts as your innovation guide, helping you navigate Hamburg’s startup ecosystem and connect with key resources.
Funding & accelerators
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The Migrant Accelerator (TMA)
TMA is dedicated to fostering an inclusive startup ecosystem in Germany and provides both personal and structural support to entrepreneurs with migration backgrounds by offering access to infrastructure, networks, and funding, as well as by collaborating with existing startup initiatives, investors, and government agencies.
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Vision Lab by Earlybird
Vision Lab is Germany’s first VC-backed incubator and impact fund for pre-seed migrant-led startups, offering funding, mentorship, and an inclusive founder network.
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International Founder Award
First startup award for internationals in Germany. Starting a company is hard – doing it in a new country, with unfamiliar language and culture, is even harder. We celebrate founders who take on this challenge with courage and persistence – and support them with mentoring, visibility, and a strong network.
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Founder Institute
The world’s largest idea-stage accelerator, offering a structured program with weekly mentor sessions, office hours, and hands-on feedback.
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Welcome Alliance
The private-public Welcome Alliance Fund by the Welcome Alliance awards low-threshold, rapid and needs-oriented funding for various development stages of innovative approaches, in particular for activities by and with migrant organizations.
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Mikromezzaninfonds Deutschland
Silent investments for young entrepreneurs, especially focussing on people with a migration background with up to 150.000€
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Agentur für Arbeit & Jobcenter
The Agentur für Arbeit supports migrant founders primarily via the Job Turbo and the Gründungszuschuss, but also the Einstiegsgeld. The Jobcenter offers advice, language support and financial assistance such as integration grants for employers and distributes the citizen's allowance "Bürgergeld".
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IFB Hamburg & IFB Innovationsstarter
Finance innovative startups in Hamburg with grants (InnoFounder, InnoRampUp, InnoFinTech and InnoImpact) to help them build successful businesses. IFB Innovationsstarter provide venture capital to startups and connects them with investors through Hamburg Investors Network (HIN). IFB Hamburg provides external capital for financing startups in cooperation with commercial banks, for example through Hamburg-Kredit Gründung und Nachfolge, Hamburg-Kredit Digital oder Hamburg-Kredit Innovation. All support measures are implemented on behalf of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg.
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Schotstek
Schotstek is a unique network for students and young professionals with a history of immigration. Schotstek is committed to diversity through coaching, mentoring and a broad network.
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Migrapreneur
Migrapreneur aims at disrupting the overly-complicated process for migrants of building businesses. The Migrapreneur Community gUG allows them additionally to assist migrant entrepreneurs on a pro bono base through a variety of hands-on activities, learning opportunities and consulting.
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Backbones Ventures
A venture capital firm specializing in early-stage financing (pre-seed), whose 5502 Fund is the first venture capital fund in Germany and Switzerland to specifically target migrant and female founders
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Social Impact Lab
The Social Impact Lab has e.g. with RESTART for newcomers a free nationwide startup program for people with refugee and migration experience and supports them in the concrete implementation and stabilization of their business. It offers coaching with experienced trainers, access to expert networks and workshops.
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Bürgschaftsbank
Bürgschaftsbank offers default guarantees that reduce the house bank's risk and thus facilitate the granting of loans if there is insufficient collateral for the start-up. Service only in German
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AiDia e.V.
AiDiA empower in their program START in just 6 weeks aspiring entrepreneurs from the African diaspora in Germany with the tools, knowledge, and network to turn ideas into reality.
Through interactive weekly sessions, coaching and community events and crowdfunding opportunities, you’ll gain everything you need to start building your business.
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Further VC
Further investors with a focus on migrant founders like Harlem Capital, Sogar Venture (DeepTech), Unshackled VC (USA), Kapor Capital, Precursor Ventures, Vision Fund
Funding
As an international founder in Hamburg, you can access an attractive range of advisory services and an excellently developed funding landscape: Various universities, startup centres, the Chamber of Commerce, innovation consultancies and other public and private organisations offer (future) entrepreneurs free startup advice and networking within Hamburg’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
Quotes
Anusha Akkina
Co-Founder - Aurelytix
Sanchit Bhavsar
CEO & Co-Founder at S2SDYNAMICS
Lucy Larbi
Initiator of AiDiA
Supportive organisations
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2hearts
A European tech community supporting people with immigrant backgrounds through mentoring, networking, and cultural empowerment.
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Diakonie Hamburg
Diakonie Hamburg provides support e.g. on the recognition of foreign qualifications and information on the Recognition Act through the ZAA and offers advise for migrants of all nationalities aged 28 and over through the Migration Advisory Service for Adults (MBE).
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Unternehmer ohne Grenzen e.V.
Advises and supports migrant entrepreneurs in Hamburg with business planning, training, tax consultation, microcredit access, and integration into local networks.
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Hamburg Welcome Center
One-stop support center for international professionals and companies in Hamburg, offering guidance on residence, integration, and employment.
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ASM – Arbeitsgemeinschaft selbstständiger Migranten e.V.
Offers pre- and post-startup advice for migrants, including business plan support, workshops, and empowerment programs for women.
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Startup City Hamburg – Advisory Services
As central contact point for all questions regarding the startup offers of the city of Hamburg, financing as well as important events and networks in the Hanseatic city, it offers neutral and free startup consultation.
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Chamber of Commerce - Migrant Economy Division
Supports migrant-run businesses with culturally and linguistically tailored startup advice and integration assistance.
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Gründerplattform
A digital platform to help start a business in Germany, offering tools, ELSTER integration, and multilingual access.
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HEI – Hamburger ExistenzgründungsInitiative
Public advisory service offering startup coaching, workshops, and tools for early-stage entrepreneurs, including international founders.
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IQ Network
The IQ Network Hamburg offers a wide range of support services for entrepreneurs – especially those with a migration background. These services include initial consultations, coaching, post-startup support, assistance with business plans, and financial advice.
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Wirtschaftssenioren
The Wirtschaftssenioren Hamburg are a network of retired executives and entrepreneurs who offer free, experience-based advice to founders and small businesses. Migrant founders especially benefit from their hands-on support with business plans, financing, and strategic questions. 🌐 Languages: German and English
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Hamburg Global Innovators Circle
A vibrant, English-speaking network of 250+ international founders in Hamburg, fostering connection, collaboration, and mutual support, organizing educational meetups, insider tips, networking events, etc. 🌐 Languages: English
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Found Hamburg
A newsletter of Hamburg startup events, insights, and news for founders and techies as well as an event organistor of various event formats.
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Arbeiten und Leben
Organization committed to the political and vocational education of adults, young people and works councils offering educational and advisory services. 🌐 Languages German, English, Romanian, Bulgari, Russia, Arabic, Spanish and Italian.
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PariKom
PariKom Nord GmbH offers services for companies in the social economy. In the KomMig project, among other things, they offer an empowerment space where migrants can network with experiences and organizations
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Lawaetz Stiftung
Lawaetz Stiftung supports people in difficult life situations by helping them to help themselves in order to facilitate their access to the job, training and housing market
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ReDi School of Digital Integration Hamburg
A non-profit tech school that provides migrants and marginalized locals with free and equitable access to digital education.
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Social Entrepreneurship City HH
Advocates for more visibility and political support for social startups and offers a network for founders with a social and/or migrant perspective
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Hamburg Invest
Hamburg Invest supports companies wishing to set up business in the Hamburg economic region with comprehensive, free services - ranging from location consulting and a commercial real estate services to support for investment projects.
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BIN gGmbH - Berufliche Integration Hamburg
BIN gGmbH supports women who have experienced migration and refugee in Hamburg with free initial advice, job coaching, occupational psychology advice and over 550 further training courses - for a successful and sustainable start in work and society.
🌐 Languages: German, English, Arabic, Ukrainian Dari, Farsi
Access to universities for startups
Many founders are looking for better access to universities – for research collaborations, talent recruitment, or knowledge transfer. In Hamburg, there are several key points of contact:
Startup Port – The Startup Port bundles the support services of ten universities and research institutions in the Hamburg metropolitan region. Here you - as having a knowledge-based, innovative startup-idea - get everything from a single source. Regardless of „… whether you already have a concrete startup idea or simply entrepreneurial drive – they offer free consultations and with workshops on various aspects of founding a business, coach and network you. > learn more.
Pro Exzellenzia lead - The Hamburg Career Competence Center for Women offers workshops/ coaching/ practice transfer formats for high qualified women with and without a migration background with the aim of optimizing their professional positioning > learn more.
Impossible Founders – aims to promote deep-tech spin-offs from science and research, focusing on areas like GreenTech, AI, and new materials. They boost startups at the interface between science and business and help e.g. international and diverse founders build networks, including academic connections thourgh events and incubator programmes. > learn more.
Hamburg Innovation - As a bridge between science and society, Hamburg Innovation helps international (future) founders access academic resources, research infrastructure, and university networks – even without prior university affiliation > learn more
Contact Universities individual or Science institutions like the DESY Startup Office etc. > learn more.
Integration and language courses, either funded by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) or learning opportunities beyond government-funded programs teach practical German for everyday use while also offering essential insights into daily life and culture. You can find these courses e.g. at the following institutions:
Government-funded programs. Orientation through the Welcome Center and the MBE by Diakonie as well as the Refugee Centre Hamburg (Flüchtlingszentrum), which is offering placement in German courses and is leading the coordination of initial orientation courses!
Volkshochschule (VHS) – No subsidies, but instruction and flexible course formats ideal for families.
IKB e.V. – Interkulturelle Begegnungsstätte offers a wide range of services for migrants living in Hamburg like B1 and “Life in Germany” (LiD) certificates for residence and integration.
UnS Sprachinstitut – Business English courses tailored for professional use.
And many more...
Network & community
Starting a business in a new country can be challenging - but you don’t have to do it alone. Finding the right community can make all the difference when navigating cultural barriers, business expectations, and startup challenges. In Hamburg, a vibrant international network is ready to welcome you. Whether you're looking for mentorship, workspace, or international networking, Hamburg’s startup scene offers a welcoming community for every founder. Dive into these networks to grow your business - and your confidence.
Why community matters
For international founders, joining a like-minded network means more than just business - it’s about belonging, understanding, and growth. Whether you’re seeking advice, mentorship, or simply a place where your questions are understood, local startup communities offer vital support at every step.
Join a community that gets you
Connect with communities and networks that understand your unique experience as a migrant entrepreneur:
TMA Community (The Migrant Accelerator) – Offers workshops, peer exchange & a dedicated Hamburg channel
Founders Running Club (FRC) A global running community of founders and entrepreneurs – Startup networking meets well-being in a global, fast-growing community.
2hearts Community – Tech-focused mentoring and support for founders with migration backgrounds.
START.Hamburg – A student-led platform for founders in international academic settings offering networking events, workshops, and startup resources in a vibrant, international environment.
Hamburg Global Innovators Circle – A vibrant, English-speaking network of 250+ international founders in Hamburg, fostering connection, collaboration, and mutual support.
International Women Club Hamburg – Empowering international female professionals and founders.
Expat communities like InterNations or local Facebook groups offer practical advice, networking, and a sense of belonging to help expats navigate starting a business in Hamburg.
Welcome Dinners brings people with varying degrees of proficiency in the German language together at their kitchen table.
The Startup Club – a global startup network with over 150,000 members.
Meetup a bi-weekly gathering for people building startups. come work on your thing alongside others doing the same. network while you actually ship.
Hamburg also hosts origin-based communities and initiatives that promote inclusion and entrepreneurial exchange:
UKRAΪNSKYI DIM (Ukraine Haus) - A Community space for Ukrainians.
Aidia e.V. – Pitch event and support platform for Black entrepreneurs in Germany
La Tech Hambourg – A French-German tech initiative fostering connections between entrepreneurs, corporates and investors in Hamburg’s startup ecosystem.
Ukrainian Science & Tech Hamburg – Founded in November 2024, this initiative connects Ukrainian professionals in Hamburg across science, tech, and everything in between. The main purpose of our community is to bring together and bridge local Ukrainian talent with the city's ecosystem.
The TD-IHK StartUp Corner of the Türkisch-Deutschen Industrie- und Handelskammer grants you access to the nationwide german-turkish startup ecosystem.
Hamburg Mexico e.V. – a community of mexicans in Hamburg
Afrotopia offers african startups and established companies a space were they can work and network with one another.
Join the Slack communities
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Join 'The Migrant Accelerator's' Slack community
Connect with an inclusive nationwide startup ecosystem that provides support to entrepreneurs with migration background and learn through professional Workshop formats for migrant founder
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Join the Hamburg Global Innovators Circle Slack community!
Connect with like-minded founders in Hamburg and get the answers you need
Start up with a German co-founder
Partnering with a German co-founder can offer significant advantages when launching a company in Germany. Their local expertise, professional network, and deep understanding of German business culture and legal frameworks can make a substantial difference. From navigating bureaucratic processes to identifying the right partners and decoding the nuances of the local market, a German co-founder can smooth your path to success.
On our co-founder-page you will find tips on how to get in touch with potential co-founders as well as a list of events and initiatives designed to support you in building these valuable connections.
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News | Sep 17, 2025New guide for international founders in Hamburg
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News | Jul 22, 2025International Founders Award is looking for the best migrant founders
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News | Jul 11, 2025Hamburg Innovation Summit celebrates a brilliant anniversary
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News | May 15, 2025Migrant Founders Monitor: 23% of unicorn founders come from abroad
Consulting and support
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Sarah Meyn
Projectmanager Startup-Unit from Hamburg Invest
Contact:
Sarah.Meyn@hamburg-invest.com
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Yu Chen
Projectmanager Startup-Unit from Hamburg Invest
Contact:
yu.chen@hamburg-invest.com
+49 40 22 70 19 - 52
