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.
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:
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.
VISA & PERMITS
German Employment VISA for Qualified Professionals
VISA For The Recognition Of Foreign Qualifications in Germany
VISA For Studying in Germany
VISA for Academic Internship In Germany
German Work VISA for IT Specialists
German VISA for Vocational Training
German VISA for Research Purposes
German Entry VISA For Jobseekers
Latest
Cost of Living in Berlin
How to Start a Business in Berlin
Trade Tax in Germany (Gewerbesteuer)
The Difference Between Tax ID (TIN) and Tax Number in Germany
VAT Number, Rates and Registration in Germany
The Anmeldung – How to Register Your Address in Germany
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
VAT Number, Rates and Registration in Germany
The Anmeldung – How to Register Your Address in Germany
Childcare and Babysitting Services for Expats in Berlin
Migration Advisory Services In Germany
Integration Courses In Germany
Welcome Centers in Germany – Local Support With Integrating
Moving to Munich – Your Complete Relocation Guide
Dog liability insurance in Germany: why do I need it?
U.S. to Germany Relocation Guide – Factors To Consider
A Glossary For German Rental Ads
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
Learning German with Apps: Is LingoDeer Any Good?
The History of The German Language
Language Schools in Frankfurt
Language Schools in Berlin & Why Learn German
A Guide to German Language Schools
Study German: What To Consider
The German language: A Brief Overview
12 Great Apps to Learn German
The Different Language Schools in Germany
Types of Language School Courses in Germany
Insurances
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.