Thank you for visiting the Welcome Center Germany. You will find this website is your trusted resource if you plan to move to Germany to work, study or retire. We want to make your relocation to Germany a pleasant experience and reduce the challenges you will face.
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Welcome Center Germany
Welcome Center Germany was launched in 2015 and we have helped countless people move successfully to Germany, while also assisting with all the chores essential for beginning a new life in a new country.
You will discover the Welcome Center provides links to four different sections, listed at the top of the website. These are Visas and Permits; Living in Germany; Learning German; and Insurance Products. Find out more about each section of the website below:
Insurance Products
Our section on insurance products provides all the details needed to set up health insurance in Germany, so you can access our health services, as well as details on private health insurances. If you plan to drive while living in Germany, you’ll need to find out details about car insurances and how to make the best choices from the available marketplace. Self employed and business entrepreneurs will find our information on insurance requirements is an essential read.
We are happy to answer any further questions you may have about moving to Germany if you get in contact.
INSURANCE PRODUCTS
B-Protected Germany for the best in German health insurance
For those planning to live and work in Germany, it's reassuring to know the health care system is efficient, comprehensive and highly-rated throughout the...
Bringing your car to Germany
If your car is registered within the EU
As long as your car is registered in another EU country, you can drive it in Germany...
Arranging your motor vehicle insurance in Germany
The system in Germany is structured so that all cars, and other vehicles, which are registered in Germany must carry suitable liability insurance. This...
Supplementary Health Insurance
Private Supplementary Health Insurance
For those already covered by the generic public health insurance, the option exists to increase coverage with a supplementary health insurance...
Health Insurance for Freelancers
The law states that all workers, whether permanent or temporary, should hold a private or state health insurance policy. Be careful when choosing an...
What You Need To Know About Health Insurance Germany
It can be complicated
Paying for medical bills, regarding health insurance Germany, has changed slightly in recent years. While it is also very different for...
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STUDYING AND PHD
MAWISTA – Find Health Insurance for Students & PhD
Specifically developed for foreign students, language students, guest scientists and trainees and visitors in Germany,...
A Guide to German Health Insurance for International Students
Studying in Germany is both exciting and rewarding, but there are also lots of practical...
The Advantages of Studying in Germany
The Multitude of Advantages when Studying in Germany
The German university system has held a place...
Working Part Time In Germany
Studying can be compared to a full time job. While, because of both study-related costs...
Tuition Fees in Germany
Following a 2005 court decision, German universities were granted the right to charge students tuition...
Get a Scholarship
Get a Scholarship
Many English speaking countries such as the United States, Canada and the UK...
Who awards Scholarship in Germany
Who Awards Schoolarship in Germany
There are many organizations in Germany that provide financial aid....
other ways to fund your studies
Other than applying for financial aid through DAAD, which is the main organisation dealing with...
International Students in Germany
Germany is one of the leading locations for international students. International students Germany discover the...
Residence Permit Information Regarding Studying In Germany
Regarding studying in Germany, firstly register at your local Resident Registration Office. Here, you will...
Living in Germany
Find out all about living in Germany by accessing this section of our Welcome Center Germany website. You can read informative articles about properties and how to find accommodation in your chosen location, or research the best German bank accounts and learn how to open a German bank account. Finding a job will be critical to your successful move to Germany, so take time to browse our selection of work-related posts to find out what opportunities are open to foreigners looking for work in Germany and the best ways to handle your applications and job hunting activities.
LIVING IN GERMANY
B-Protected Germany for the best in German health insurance
For those planning to live and work in Germany, it's reassuring to know the health...
Schools and Child Care
German schools and preschools provide a great atmosphere for your children to learn and enjoy...
Available options for accessing higher education in Germany
When wishing to study for an advanced degree, there are now many flexible options for...
International Schools in Germany
International schools in Germany are known for their commitment to high-quality education. Many expats choose...
A Beginners Guide to Investing in Property in Germany
Purchasing property is one of the most important, exciting and beneficial investments a person can...
Money transfers Germany
A specific form (Überweisungformular) is required to transfer money directly from one bank account to...
EC cards and credit cards, ATMs
An EC card is a Euro-Cheque card with a 4-digit personal PIN number which is...
The Costs When Purchasing a Property in Germany
Standard Taxes
We should first appreciate that a transfer tax of between 3.5 and 5 per...
Rental market in Germany
Germany’s rental market can be tight and the lack of vacancies raises the cost of...
Finding your way around the German housing rental market
Navigating around the market for housing rental Germany
When you are looking for property to rent...
Visas and Permits
In this section you can find out about visas and permits to live and work in Germany, how to bring family members along with you and discover all about residence permits for Germany and how to become a German citizen. Your questions about making successful applications to live and work in Germany will all be answered when you access this section of the website.
VISAS & PERMITS
Visa Fees Germany
Visa Fees for Germany and other Schengen Countries
The standard visa fee for the Schengen countries...
Germany Student Visa
When accepted by a university in Germany, three months before you intend to go to...
Do I Need a Visa?
You do need a visa for short stays in Germany if you are a citizen...
Passport Requirement for a German Visa
Please ensure that your passport meets ALL three of the following requirements before applying for...
Visa FAQ
All You Need to Know Before Applying for a German Visa
If you plan to...
Learning German
Spoken German and learning the German language will be an important cultural aspect for anybody who isn’t already fluent in our language. Find out how to learn German online and read our analysis of German dialects, while finding out more about available German courses that are best suited to your lifestyle.
LEARNING GERMAN
Migration Advisory Services
If you've just moved to Germany, many parts of life can be confusing or scary....
Integration Courses
In integration courses you will not only learn German or improve your German; you and...
Tips for learning German
Top Tips To Make Learning The German Language Easier
Expats can certainly get by in everyday...
Learning German
Introduction to German
Dialects and Regional Variations
Learning German can be a difficult process. Many newcomers to...
How to Learn German
Learning the language quickly and effectively
There’s many online sites claiming to be able to transform...