What German residence permit do I need? Do I need a residence permit? This guide shows you if you need a residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) to live, work or study in Germany.
What are the small worms in German trees? Worms in trees What are these worms that cover German trees in silk, and why you should not touch them.
What does "m/w/d" mean in German job offers? What does "m/w/d" mean? German job offers often show "m/w/d" in the title. It's an abbreviation for "male/female/diverse".
Why are there two kinds of Netto in Germany? Two kinds of Netto There are two kinds of Netto supermarkets in Germany. One with a dog logo, and one without. Here's the difference.
List of public holidays in Berlin Public holidays in Berlin This is a list of the official holidays in Berlin.
Is marijuana legal in Gemany? Is cannabis legal? A short guide about the legality of weed, CBD, cannabis seeds and other marijuana products in Germany.
How to deal with hay fever in Germany How to deal with hay fever Tips for fighting a pollen allergy in Germany, and where to get allergy pills.
How to help Ukrainian refugees in Berlin How to help Ukrainians This is how you can volunteer and donate to help Ukrainian refugees in Berlin.
Power sockets in Germany German power sockets This guide shows you if your devices will work in German power outlets.
How to use public transit in Berlin How to use public transit This guide shows you how to use public transportation in Berlin, and how to use other options like car sharing, bike sharing and taxis.
How to choose German health insurance How to choose health insurance Private or public health insurance? I explain the difference, and help you pick the right health insurance in Germany.
How to get a German pension refund How to get a pension refund If you left Germany, you get your German pension payments back. It can be worth thousands of euros.
My honest Techniker Krankenkasse review Review of Techniker Krankenkasse My experience with TK health insurance after 5 years. Is TK a good public health insurance? Here's my opinion.
How to get your DHL, GLS, DPD and Hermes packages How to get your packages Did your package get delivered to a neighbour, or not at all? Is it completely lost? Here's what to do.
What is the best German bank for you? How to open a bank account This guide shows you how to choose a bank in Germany. It compares German banks and their fees.
How to register a dog in Berlin (Hundesteuer, Hunderegister) How to register a dog In Berlin, your dog must be registered for dog tax (Hundesteuer), add your dog to the dog registry (Hunderegister), and how to register a dangerous breed at the Ordnungsamt.
How to sort trash and recycle in Germany How to sort your trash This guide shows you how to sort your rubbish and recycle properly in Germany.
How to renew a German freelance visa How to renew a freelance visa When your German freelance visa is about to expire, you must renew it. This is how you must do it.
Freiberufler or Gewerbe: what's the difference? Freiberufler or Gewerbe? Learn the differences between being a freelancer (Freiberufler) and a tradesman (Gewerbetreibende). It's not as easy as it seems!
The Abmeldung - How to deregister in Berlin How to deregister your address (Abmeldung) If you move out of Germany, you must do your Abmeldung. This guide shows you how to do your Abmeldung in Berlin.