Yes, you can apply for a German business visa as a self-employed person. Germany has a visa for self-employed individuals and freelancers for non-EU/EEA foreign nationals looking to start a business or work as freelancers.
There are two types of business visas provided for self-employed and freelancers:
- Schengen business visa: This is a short-stay visa that allows you to enter Germany for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for business purposes like meetings, conferences, or trade shows.
- Self-employment/freelancer visa: This is a long-stay national visa specifically designed for individuals planning to start a business or work as freelancers in Germany.