Can a foreigner buy a property in Munich?

Generally, buying a property in Munich is possible for foreigners and there are no restrictions. You can buy real estate in Germany even if you do not have a German residence permit, but buying process does not automatically entitle you to such a permit.

How much deposit do I need to buy a property in Munich?

You will need to make a significant deposit before you buy property in Munich. A minimum deposit of 20% is standard, and in some cases, emigrants are requested to deposit in the amount of 30–40%, since they are considered as a higher risk.

Is buying property in Munich a good investment?

Yes, since Germany attracts a large number of foreign and domestic investors who are looking for high-quality and highly profitable real estate. Objects generate income of 3–4% per annum, and in the north of the country — up to 5–6%. For some time, interest rates will remain low, which is good for those who want to buy and keep property in key locations.

Are there property taxes in Germany?

Yes. The tax base is the assessed value of the property. The basic property tax rate in Germany is 0.35%, multiplied by a municipal factor. The effective tax rate is usually between 1.5% and 2.3%.

How can I get German citizenship?

A person can become a German citizen in one of three ways: by birth, by adoption as a minor, or by naturalization. A person may be born a German citizen through descent from his parents, or through place of birth.

Can I get a German passport if I was born there?

If you do not have German parents, but are born within the borders of Germany, you qualify for citizenship by birth or by right of soil.

How can I get residency in Germany?

To apply to become a permanent resident in Germany, you must fulfill the following conditions: five uninterrupted years of residence in Germany with a residence permit, five years of secure livelihood, including health insurance and social insurance (pension) contributions.

How long do you have to live in Germany to become a citizen?

You must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for at least 8 years or you must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for 7 years and attended an integration course (or 6 years on special integration circumstances).

How can I get permanent residence in Germany?

Most foreign residents can apply for a permanent residence permit in Germany — a ”settlement permit“ — after five years. Some people may get it sooner. For example, if you are a non-EU national married to a German citizen, you could file your application for a settlement permit after three years.

How many countries can German passport enter without visa?

German citizens can travel to 188 world countries without a visa, or with a visa-on-arrival, as of today. The country has risen to the second place, up from the third place it held with France in the last Henley Index update.

How much does German citizenship cost?

You need to pay the naturalization fees. Application form — 255 euros for adults and 51 Euros for children under 16 years old. Test for naturalization/citizenship — 25 euros.

Munich Real Estate for Sale, Buy Property from 215,000€

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Modern residential complex with a shared rooftop terrace, Munich for From 215,000 €

Modern residential complex with a shared rooftop terrace, Munich

From 215,000 €

Completion in: 2022.IIITotal of 607 apartments

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Apartments with guaranteed profitability in a new residential complex, Munich, Germany

From 229,000 €

Built in 2022Total of 91 apartments

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Turkish citizenship for the whole family for real estate purchase

From $400,000 · Rental income

Simple registration procedure;
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Temporary residence permit for quick relocation.

Spacious apartments in a new residential complex with a parking, Milbertshofen, Munich, Germany

From 930,000 €

Built in 2021Total of 18 apartments

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New two-bedroom apartment with a terrace, Munich, Germany for 998,000 €

With balcony/terrace

New two-bedroom apartment with a terrace, Munich, Germany

998,000 €

Total area 103 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

With garden

Elite villa with two terraces in a prestigious area, Nymphenburg, Munich, Germany

10,900,000 €

Total area 730 m²Land area: 1,093 m²

Renovated four-room apartment in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Price on request

Renovated four-room apartment in Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Price on request

2 bathrooms

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New three-bedroom apartment with a terrace, Munich, Germany for 1,098,000 €

With balcony/terrace

New three-bedroom apartment with a terrace, Munich, Germany

1,098,000 €

Total area 116 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

With balcony/terrace

5-bedrooms apartment 228 m² in Munich, Germany

3,500,000 €

Total area 228 m²5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

With garden

House with a large garden and a garage in Ottobrunn, a suburb of Munich, Bavaria, Germany

1,689,000 €

Total area 179 m²Land area: 491 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment in a new building with a parking, Munich, Bavaria, Germany

959,000 €

Total area 100 m²3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Apartment in Ottobrunn, Germany

Price on request

Apartments and maisonettes in a new complex, Pasing district, Munich, Bavaria, Germany

From 599,000 €

Completion in: 2023.IITotal of 27 apartments

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Penthouse with a roof-top terrace, in a residence with two fitness centers, a sauna and a parking, in Maxvorstadt, in the center of Munich

3,950,000 €

Total area 228 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

With garden

Villa with an indoor pool in the city center, Munich, Germany

3,055,000 €

Total area 280 m²Land area: 800 m²5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse in Ottobrunn, Germany

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Apartment in Ottobrunn, Germany

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Condo in Ottobrunn, Germany

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With swimming pool

Luxury house with a garden and SPA zone near Munich

2,074,000 €

Total area 213 m²Land area: 740 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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