How to Register as a Freelancer in Germany
How to Register as a Freelancer in Germany — and Why Sorted is Your Best FriendMoving to Germany and starting your freelance journey can feel like stepping into a maze of forms, rules, and...
View ArticleHow Health Insurance Works in Germany: Essential Info for Expats & Newcomers
How Health Insurance Works in Germany: Essential Info for Expats & Newcomers (2025 Guide)Navigating Germany's healthcare system is crucial for newcomers, as health insurance is mandatory for all...
View ArticleLiving in Munich as an Expat
Pros and Cons of Living in MunichHome to the world-famous Oktoberfest, endless greenery, and enough history and culture to keep you occupied for weeks on end, Munich has become a popular destination...
View ArticleCost of Living in Munich
How much does it cost to live in Munich?[Updated: June 2021]Cost of Living in Munich in 2021[Enthält Werbelinks]Munich is well-known in Germany for being the country’s most expensive city. In 2020,...
View Article7 Steps for Setting Up as a Freelancer in Germany
Step-by-Step Guide for Becoming Self-Employed in Germany[Enthält Werbelinks]We have all heard how difficult it is to become freelancer or self-employed in Germany. Lots of paperwork and confusing...
View ArticleWhat is Haftpflichtversicherung?
"Was is das?" Blog Series: What is Haftpflichtversicherung?This is our first article of the series "Was is das?" (in English: "What is this?"). We will try to explain with simple words the German...
View ArticleFiling your Taxes as a Freelancer in Germany
How to File your Taxes as a Freelancer in Germany Learn how you can easily file taxes as a self-employed in Germany[Enthält Werbelinken]Filing taxes in Germany can be tricky, especially if you don’t...
View ArticleTop 10 things to do when moving to Germany
Ten things to know when relocating to GermanyI am not much of a list-writer, but I do believe there is a benefit to gathering information together in the same space for specific topics. When I first...
View ArticleAnmeldung & Tax ID during the Coronavirus
How to get Anmeldung & tax ID in times of Coronavirus?How to get registered in Germany when all Anmeldung offices are closed?A few days ago we talked with Aakash who moved to Germany 3 weeks ago....
View ArticleImporting your vehicule and household goods from overseas to Germany
Guide to importing your car (and other goods) from overseas to GermanyIf you’ve been living in Germany for a little while and you’re ready to make your move permanent and import your vehicle and...
View ArticleThe Sozialversicherungsnummer Explained
How to apply for a Social Security Number in GermanyThe RentenversicherungsnummerWhen I moved to Berlin I didn’t have a job waiting for me, instead I was entering on my tourist visa and then applying...
View Article[Survey] Have you moved to Berlin from abroad?
Have you migrated to Berlin?Survey conducted by a nonprofit research organization for the Senate of BerlinDear participant,Minor - Projektkontor für Bildung und Forschung, is a nonprofit research...
View ArticleZollamt - the German Customs Office
The Zollamt ExplainedWhat is the Zollamt?Why do people become so incensed the minute you mention it? How can you learn what you need to know and how to beat it? Well, I am going to do my best to...
View ArticleRundfunkbeitrag: Paying (or not) the German TV Tax
Should I pay the Rundfunkbeitrag?TV and Radio Broadcasting License in GermanyThere is a lot I truly love about living here in Berlin, from the amazing beer and bread/bakeries, to the public transport,...
View ArticleTop German Language Schools in Berlin
Ready to speak German?The Best German Language Schools in BerlinScroll down to the bottom of this article to find the Top German Language Schools in Berlin.You’ve moved to Berlin, you’ve found an...
View Article14 Steps to Buying a Home in Germany
How to Buy a Property in Germany[Article written by Hypofriend - This is NOT a sponsored article!]Mortgage & Property Buying Process ExplainedThinking about buying a home? To a first-time buyer who...
View ArticleInsurance Options in Germany
Insurances in GermanyThe Most Important Insurances in GermanyWhen I arrived in Germany I was only worried about having the required health insurance to meet the visa requirements, but, once I spoke...
View ArticleLong Stay German Visas for Americans
The German Residence VisaHow to apply for a German residence visaI’ve written about entering Germany on a tourist visa and what it takes to get a freelance visa to live and work in Germany for up to...
View ArticleHow to get health insurance in Germany
Public and Private Health Insurance in GermanyTwo Types of Health Insurance Options in GermanyHealth insurance in Germany is a complex topic and it’s also highly personal, so in this article I will...
View ArticleDriver's License Information for US Expats in Germany
Getting a German Driver's LicenseConverting a US driver's license to a German one Driving is an important thing for many people; I remember the excitement I felt when I turned 16 and could start...
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