Guides about Germany
Newest guides
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How to read your Zusatzblatt
This guide helps you understand the Zusatzblatt that you received with your German residence permit.
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How the Berlin immigration office works
How the Berlin Landesamt für Einwanderung works. This guide explains how to get an appointment, apply for a residence permit, and more.
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Berlin Ausländerbehörde wait times
See how long it takes to get a residence permit at the Berlin immigration office (Landesamt für Einwanderung).
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How to get key doubles in Germany
This is how you make copies of your apartment keys for cheap.
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How to apply for German permanent residence
The process and the requirements to get a Niederlassungserlaubnis and become a permanent resident.
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How to get a Bescheinigung in Steuersachen
This is how you get an certificate of tax matters or Unbedenklichkeitsbescheinigung from the Finanzamt. You might need it for your residence permit or permanent residence.
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How educational leave works (Bildungsurlaub)
How to take a paid vacation to improve your education in Berlin. It's also called "Bildungszeit".
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How banking works in Germany
An introduction to banking, credit cards, savings and bank accounts in Germany.
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Common housing scams in Germany
Apartment scams you must know about when looking for a place to live in Germany.
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How to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases in Berlin
This is how you get tested for HIV, herpes, chlamydia and other STDs in Berlin.
Recent updates
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How to get a Meldebescheinigung or Anmeldebestätigung
This is how you get a Meldebescheinigung - a copy of your Anmeldebestätigung - in Berlin.
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List of English-speaking dentists in Berlin
A list of known English-speaking dentists in Berlin, built from various sources like Facebook posts, Reddit threads, guides from embassies and Google Maps reviews.
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How being a Kleinunternehmer works
This guide explains what a Kleinunternehmer is, and when it makes sense to be one.
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List of English-speaking lawyers in Berlin
This list of English, French and Spanish-speaking lawyers will help you with any legal issues you might encounter while living in Berlin.
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List of English-speaking gynecologists and obstetricians in Berlin
These Berlin OB/GYNs serve their patients in English
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English-speaking accountants and tax advisors in Berlin
A list of English-speaking Steuerberater in Berlin. They can help you file your taxes. This list also includes Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Polish-speaking tax consultants.
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List of English-speaking doctors and GPs in Berlin
These doctors serve their patients in English in Berlin.
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List of English-speaking driving schools in Berlin
A guide to find an English-speaking driving school for your car or motorcycle driving licence.
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List of English-speaking hair salons and barbers in Berlin
A list of English-speaking hairdressers, hair stylists and barbers in Berlin, compiled from user reviews and recommendations.
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How to dial phone numbers in Germany
This guide explains how German phone numbers are formatted, and how to call people in Germany.