Broadening horizons – with 80 years’ experience assisting German-speaking companies to expand into the UK and beyond, Blick Rothenberg is your partner for global expansion
Investing in the UK from Germany, Austria & Switzerland
Supporting German-Speaking Businesses in the UK
At Blick Rothenberg, our German Desk provides expert support to German-speaking businesses looking to establish and operate in the UK.
Whether navigating compliance, managing cross-border transactions, or addressing industry-specific tax requirements, we act as trusted advisors, helping businesses succeed in an international environment.
Understanding your needs

We are a leading tax, accounting and business advisory firm based in London and have been supporting businesses from the German-speaking countries with their expansion into the UK for over 75 years.
So, our team of global expansion experts understands the issues that your company faces when expanding globally into new territories.
Whether you are involved in a large-scale expansion into the UK, the US or other parts of the world, you are looking to acquire real estate for investment, or are hoping to relocate to the UK with your family, we have a wealth of knowledge which will help you to lay down new foundations here, whilst making the most of every opportunity.
Our people, your partners

Our advice is partner-led and flexible, tailored for your specific needs – whether you are taking your first steps into the UK or need assistance with a larger scale multi-territory expansion.
You will receive a boutique-level, personal service and will have a dedicated relationship manager who regularly travels to Germany, Austria and Switzerland for visits with you.
This person will act as a single point of contact for any queries you might have across all the Blick Rothenberg service lines involved in your particular project.
We are uniquely placed to help your business, with a team of German-speaking staff at all levels – from accountants to partners.
How we can help
Our advice will integrate expertise in international tax, accounting, payroll and expatriate taxes to support you through the increasingly complex global environment.
We provide support on issues including the posting of staff to the UK, help with VAT issues related to the sale of goods or services, and help you to establish a local presence in the UK.
Our advice spans the following areas:
- Audit & assurance
- Company formation
- Construction deduction tax (CIS)
- Corporate tax / tax-efficient market entry
- Expatriate and global mobility tax services
- Financial due diligence
- Financial statements preparation
- Handling of HM Revenue & Customs enquiries in the UK
- International tax structuring
- Mergers & acquisitions support
- Outsourced accounting services
- Payroll registration and compliance (including benefits)
- Personal tax planning and compliance
- Statutory accounts
- Transfer pricing
- VAT and customs compliance and advisory services
Globally connected
Through our association with Allinial Global, a network of over 260 leading accounting and business advisory firms based in 100+ countries, we also provide truly international advice – ensuring that wherever you are, we can be on your doorstep to help you expand into many other markets.
We wish you every success on your journey towards global expansion – whether in the UK or beyond, and are here to help you achieve your strategic aims.
If you have a question about your global expansion requirements, get in touch now to speak with an adviser.
Videos
The Blick Rothenberg German Growth Hub has released a new video, providing a concise and practical overview of significant UK tax, accounting, and regulatory changes affecting DACH businesses with operations or subsidiaries in the UK in 2026.
In this session, our specialists – Audit Partner Nils Schmidt Soltau, VAT Advisory Director Antje Forbrich, International Outsourcing Director Michaela Boettcher, and Global Mobility Director Robert Salter highlight a number of developments that German, Austrian and Swiss businesses need to monitor closely.
Specifically, this video covers:
- Key shifts in VAT – including future e-invoicing obligations and cross border VAT group issues)
- Updates to the Construction Industry Scheme
- The major FRS 102 accounting overhaul
- Revised UK audit thresholds
- Transfer Pricing documentation requirements
- New compliance expectations for internationally mobile employees
Establishing a Business in the UK Guide
2025 Edition
The UK continues to break records for attracting foreign direct investment and remains a key jurisdiction for groups expanding internationally. We have developed this guide to provide practical information on the UK tax and accounting implications of setting up and running a UK business.
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