Germany
Why Germany?
Germany’s emphasis on family and work-life balance makes it a popular home for American emigrants. A stable job economy and generous PTO (20 days per year, minimum!) serve to attract working families. The country’s high tax rate funds a top-tier social safety net that includes free healthcare, free college and grad school, and mostly free childcare. Also, Germany’s central location makes traveling to other EU countries a breeze. And don’t forget the Autobahn!
However, adjusting to German culture takes some time, though. Ample red tape and stoic locals can make it feel like an uphill battle to settle in. Cultural norms like apartments with completely empty kitchens can be jarring, too. Of course, expats who invest the effort to integrate should find a welcoming new home in time. Guten tag!
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Your Guide to Germany
Christian and Paulo had lived and traveled worldwide before they finally found their luck in the vibrant capital of Berlin. Germany lured them not only with many job opportunities and a high quality of life but also a favorable work-life balance. Christian is a native German with a background in business consulting, while Paulo is a Brazilian citizen and social media manager.
Combining local and expat knowledge, Christian and Paulo can show you diverse perspectives. They’ll help you determine whether Germany is the right destination for you and what tangible tips you need for a successful start. Book a call with Christian and Paulo to learn more about life in Germany.
Relocate to Germany
Expats in Wonderland GmbH is Berlin’s top-rated relocation agency, helping expats from around the world move to Germany for nearly a decade. Whether you’re an individual, a family, an employee, a freelancer, an artist, a student, or even a retiree, they provide expert guidance to help you settle in Europe’s strongest economy—renowned for its exceptional social welfare, career opportunities, rich history, and cultural vibrancy.
Expats in Wonderland handles all aspects of visa applications, including EU Blue Card, employment, remote working, freelance, self-employment, artist visas, family reunification, scientific research, language courses, and the Opportunity Card. Beyond visas, they assist with apartment searches, driver’s license transfers, company formation, school selection, and much more—making your transition to life in Germany as seamless as possible.
Websites
- Absolutely Lucy
- Berlin: What It’s Like
- Black in Frankfurt
- The Expater
- Finding a Doctor
- Gay Germany Travel
- The German Way
- Greenback Tax Services
- Job Seeker Visa
- Kesi in Berlin
- Life in Germany
- Public Transport
- Queer in the World
- Red Relocators
- Retiring in Germany
- Settle in Germany
- Simple Germany: Pros, Cons
- Study in Germany
- Travel Noire
- Toytown
- US Embassy
