Education in Germany is second to none. In the last few years, foreign students from parts of Europe and Asia have moved to this country because of the quality of education. Germany has many international educational opportunities, affiliated with various universities from around the globe, like the American Board (AP), the British Board (GCSE) and … Read more
Germany has always been perceived as a captivating land with its majestic architecture and thriving cultural life. The great German cities of Berlin, Munich and Hamburg, as well as its smaller towns such as Regensburg and Heidelberg, are some of the most visited destinations in the world. But there’s a part of Germany that is … Read more
Who are you? I’m Diana, a 26 year old expat in Germany, I studied International Commerce and I have a five year old daughter. Where, when and why did you move abroad? We moved to Hamburg in 2012 thanks to a Scholarship Pablo received to do his Master’s degree. Once that was finished last December … Read more
Foreigners are flocking to Germany in their thousands. In fact, the rate of immigration is now at its highest since the 90s. While much of the press surrounding this rather controversial topic may be negative, this influx is actually to thank for the country’s sharp economic growth, and in fact, Germany has come to rely … Read more
Employment laws serve to regulate relations between the employer and employees. In Germany, the law makes it compulsory for employees to have written contracts with their employer. The employee’s salary, benefits, starting date and other such conditions must be included in the contract. A different type of contract is the limited term employment contract, which … Read more
Where, when and why did you move abroad? I am originally from the UK and first went overseas to asia for study. After travelling, studying and working in a few different East Asian countries, I knew that I would never be able to settle down in a single country. I was lucky in that I … Read more
Who are you? My name is Meredith and I am from Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. I love to travel, read, bake and blog! Where, when and why did you move abroad? After five and a half years of being in a long distance relationship, I moved to Germany in 2013 to join my German … Read more
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Germany and some of the bloggers who write about living there. The Erlangen Expathttps://theerlangenexpat.wordpress.com A blog that ranges across a wide variety of topics … Read more
Expats in Germany will find that life in this cosmopolitan and inventive society is anything but dull. Germany is a highly modernized nation with a rich heritage and great regional diversity. But whether you are moving to Germany for a new job, retirement or personal reasons, the following questions will help you determine if you … Read more
Germany has consistently placed high in expat polls and is considered to be one of the best places in the world for expats. It has a strong economy, very low crime rates, and a stable political system. It is normal for expats to feel safer in their home countries, but in a recent expat poll, … Read more