
Free business bank accounts
A honest review of Fyrst, Holvi, Kontist, Finom and Wise.
Are you looking to relocate to Germany? Germany has well-paid jobs, an incredibly social and healthcare system and vibrant cities.
However, relocating to Germany can be a complex process and many newcomers quickly find themselves lost in bureaucracy. I know how confusing it can be to make it in Germany, which is why I wrote some guides for you.
To help you enjoy a great life in Germany, I have created a wide range of tips and in-depth guides to help you settle down. I will help you secure your dream job, apply for a visa, enjoy affordable healthcare, find the best mobile phone plan and learn how to love life the German way!
All of my guides are genuine and have been created based on the experiences of expats. I only recommend those services that I believe in, providing you with the smoothest way to relocate to Germany.
Are you looking to start a business or work for clients in Germany? Here are the basics to get you started with freelancing or running a business and earning money in Germany as a self-employed.
A honest review of Fyrst, Holvi, Kontist, Finom and Wise.
The essentials to run a business, consultancy or freelance in Germany: register, get a tax number, healthcare, invoicing.
Find an English speaking tax consultant close to your address.
The fastest way to do your taxes in Germany without speaking German. A review of Wiso, Smartsteuer, Wundertax, Sorted.
Introduction into taxes in Germany for consultants, freelancers and other self-employed. This article gives you an overview of the most important types of taxes.
Guides about banking and finances for foreigners living in Germany.
The best German bank accounts in 2023 for expats. A honest review of N26, DKB, 1822direkt, bunq, ING-DiBa and many more.
Our guide shows you the necessary steps to open a bank account as a foreigner in Germany.
Are you looking for a job in Germany or need more information about taxes or social contributions? Our in-depth guides help you to understand everything you need to know about finding a job and settling down in Germany.
This guide walks you through the all the necessary steps to remotely find a job in Germany, including an overview of the most important job search engines and common appl...
An introduction into the German tax system for employees.
Successfully relocating to a new country requires the right documentation. If you are wondering how to get a visa in Germany from India, the United States, UK, Romania or anywhere in the world, our guides are here to help you.
The German visa process can be complex, which is why our in-depth guides will help explain the various types available to you. We will help you to understand work, freelance and student visas, as well as Blue Cards.
An overview of the different types of work visas in Germany. A starter guide for everybody who wants to work in Germany.
The German Blue Card visa is an option for a permanent residence permit if you are looking to work in mathematics, IT, natural sciences, engineering or human medicine or ...
A guide to getting a German work visa for employees. This visa allows you to work and live in Germany.
A step by step guide to get a visa to freelance in Germany.
All about the German student visa, the application process and required documents.
A bureaucratic nightmare with a happy end.
What can I expect from the German healthcare system? Where do I go when I am sick? What does medical treatment cost in Germany? We'll help you find the best public and private insurance plans, explain how the German health care system works and ensure you understand the best tips and tricks to save money.
Finding the right primary healthcare in Germany is essential and these guides will ensure you know exactly what to expect when relocating.
What is the procedure when visiting a doctor or a hospital in Germany? How long do I have to wait for appointments? What is the quality of the treatment? What are the cos...
An independent 2023 review of the best German public and private health insurance plans for singles, couples and families including expat health insurance for visa applic...
Public vs private health insurance in Germany for foreigners. Your options and why cheap plans might turn out to be more expensive in the end.
What to pay attention for when applying for private health insurance in Germany.
Freelance artists or publishers in Germany are entitled to cheaper healthcare plans via the Künstlersozialkasse (KSK). A step by step guide.
A review of the most useful health apps in Germany.
You can't do all the work at home anymore and need help? Follow this step by step guide to get help covered by your German health insurance.
A step by step guide to find a doctor which speaks your language in Germany based on your ZIP code.
The best SIM cards and how to dial a number in Germany.
These guides will help you to understand exactly how to set up a household in Germany. All you need to know from finding the right electricity suppliers to identifying the best internet providers in Germany
A honest review of German internet providers and how the pick the best one for your location (and save money).
A step by step guide to register an address in Germany. This is called Anmeldung an necessary to get a tax id, open a bank account or to sign up for health insurance.
A guide to find the best electricity company in Germany, including comparison websites, and companies with English support.
83% of German households have a private liability insurance. Get protection for as little as 43.- Euro per year. A review for expats including dog liability.
A checklist of steps to do after you found a flat: registration, electricity and internet providers, moving services, useful insurances and warnings of possible scams.
Travel like a German – our guides help you to stay mobile.
You just landed in Berlin and wonder how to land a flat, how to find a job and make ends meet? We have some tips and tricks to help you settle down in this marvelous city! Check out my Berlin starter guide.
Our Berlin articles help you with flat search, get a job, freelance and anything you need to know to be successful in Berlin.
All our guides are based on the experiences of expats who relocated from countries all over the world to Berlin.
We recommend that you begin reading with our Berlin starter guide. We walk you through all the necessary steps to settle down in Berlin as stress-free as possible.
An overview of furnished apartments and short term rentals in Berlin.
A step by step guide to get settled in Berlin including job search, visa procedures, flat rental, healthcare and financial tips for expats.
This article walks you through everything you need to know to browse the Berlin housing market, spot good renting opportunities, checklists for all papers you need to app...
An overview and explanation of words you find in Berlin housing ads.
Review of selected Berlin grocery and drugstore delivery services, from supermarkets to organic and locally grown vegetables and fruits.
You want to apply for an apartment in Germany? Here is a checklist of documents you need to rent a flat.
An overview of the expenses tenants face when renting a flat in Berlin. We have some tips how to save money.
Tired of the flat search in Berlin? Everybody wants to live in Kreuzberg, Neukölln or Friedrichshain but Berlin has many other interesting neighborhoods.
You might be eligible to apply for subsidized housing if you don't earn more than 1800.- Euro as a single or 2700.- per month for couples. A how-to.
Get the most out of your life in Berlin.
An overview of the most popular Berlin gyms: Holmes Place, McFit, John Reed and the best day pass offers. A selection of discount and premium as well as women-only gyms.
Your neighbors party every day? Here is what you can do.
How are houses numbered? How can I locate a flat inside a building? Everything you need to know to find your way around Berlin.
Guides to find your way around Berlin.
Berlin is a great city for children. We have some tips how to get your little ones into a Kita.
This article explains how children daycare or Kita works and how to find a Kita in Berlin.
The procedure how to get a Kitagutschein for children day-care in Berlin explained.
The best outdoor activities for kids under 10 in Berlin.