Working from Germany - contracting in the UK (most tax-efficient method)

[Matt1010101]

Just a quick update, firstly thanks everyone for all of your advice, it's greatly appreciated.

I did have a call with Sue B and she was extremely helpful in explaining everything and the implications for running my UK company as well as living in Germany, and that it can be done, but it's a major head ache and doesn't have any tax advantages.

So I will be shutting down my UK Ltd, and setting up here in Germany.

The most likely route of the three options seems to be to register as a freelancer, and then negotiate with my client to pay me as a freelancer. I'm researching this, and will update when I've implemented.

Have a great Christmas everyone.

[Sue B]

Glad I could help, good luck, and get in touch if you need anything further.

[nickkell]

Hi Matt1010101, I'm also a Brit in Germany. I've been working here in perm roles, but will be setting out as a freelancer in the new year. I've got a european client lined up, but would be interested in getting UK clients (there seem to be a lot of offers and speaking the native language is a plus).
I'd be interested in knowing what currency you (eventually) bill your client in, and also any useful software for managing this stuff. I'm waiting on speaking to a tax professional, so all this stuff is new to me!

Anyway, best of luck getting it all sorted!

[Leefair1]

Hi Matt, I actually just signed up to the forum to respond as I'm having similar issues since moving to Germany. I operate a Ltd Company in the UK, work in France and live in Germany... Still trying to find the best way forward! If you don't mind me asking, do you intend to claim business asset disposal relief when closing your UK Ltd company and if so how will you keep this out of the scope of the German tax net? This is what is preventing me from closing down my UK Ltd company and setting up as a Freelancer in Germany. Many thanks!