Apple will open its first European Developer Centre in Berlin later this year, expanding direct support for app makers across Europe.
The centre will offer workshops, sessions and one-on-one support in the city’s Mitte district, according to a company statement this week.
The launch also comes as Apple faces stronger regulatory pressure across the European market.
Berlin Centre Expands Developer Support
Apple plans to use the Berlin site as a regional base for developers working across its platforms.
The centre will support teams at different stages of app development, from early design to product improvement. It will also provide direct access to company experts through scheduled events and technical sessions.
According to the statement, the facility will offer in-person workshops, consultation areas and dedicated labs for hands-on support.
Developers will receive guidance on app design, performance, quality and distribution. Besides, the centre will support work across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS and watchOS.
Apple said the Berlin centre joins its existing Developer Centres in Bengaluru, Cupertino, Shanghai and Singapore. The company chose Mitte because the district is home to many startups and technology teams. Hence, the site gives Apple a stronger physical link to Europe’s app development community.
Apple Builds Presence Amid EU Scrutiny
The new centre arrives during a tense period between Apple and European regulators.
The European Union has pushed the company to change parts of its platform rules. These changes include wider app distribution options for users in the region.
Regulators have argued that large digital platforms must give users and developers more choice. However, Apple has often defended its closed ecosystem on safety and privacy grounds. The debate has placed its App Store policies under steady public and legal review.
Developer fees also remain part of the broader dispute over Apple’s control of its platform. Critics argue that some commission rules limit flexibility for app makers. Meanwhile, the company points to tools, security systems and global reach as key benefits.
European Developers Gain More Direct Access
Apple said its ecosystem now spans more than 2.5 billion devices worldwide. The company also said European storefronts recorded more than 150 million average weekly users in 2025.
Consequently, the new Berlin centre could help developers reach larger audiences through the App Store.
The company already supports developers through the App Store Small Business Programme. That programme offers a reduced 15% commission rate for qualifying small and individual developers. Additionally, Apple provides access to more than 250,000 APIs across major software frameworks.
The Berlin launch also builds on Apple’s wider developer education work in Europe.
Its programmes include the Swift Student Challenge, Developer Academies, and Foundation Programmes in Italy and France. Therefore, the centre gives Apple a clearer local base for training, technical support, and platform guidance.
