A group of warships that can be further divided into Divisions, a Squadron varies in size depending upon the type and classification of the warships that make up its composition.
| Unit Type | Composition | Total Number of Warships | Level of Command |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Ship Squadron | 3 Capital Ships | 3 | Konteradmiral |
| Escort Carrier Squadron | 3 Divisions | 6 | Konteradmiral |
| Escort Carrier Division | 2 Escort Carriers | 2 | Kommodore |
| Battlecruiser Squadron | 3 Divisions | 6 | Konteradmiral |
| Battlecruiser Division | 2 Escort Carriers | 2 | Kommodore |
| Cruiser Squadron | 1 Command Cruiser and 3 Divisions | 10 | Kommodore |
| Cruiser Division | 3 Cruisers | 3 | Hauptmann |
| Escort Squadron | 1 Command Destroyer and 4 Divisions | 13 | Kommodore |
| Escort Division | 1 Patrol Carrier and 2 Escort Destroyers | 3 | Hauptmann |
| Raiding Squadron | 1 Command Destroyer and 4 Divisions | 13 | Kommodore |
| Raiding Division | 1 Patrol Carrier and 2 Raiders | 3 | Hauptmann |
| Customs Squadron | 1 Command Destroyer and 5 Divisions | 11 | Befehlshaber |
| Customs Division | 2 Monitors | 2 | Oberleutnant |