Resources and Links

Resources and Links

Welcome to our comprehensive resources for expats hub, tailored to help you on your journey as an Expat in Germany! Discover a wealth of tools, and guides, meticulously curated to assist you with any challenges that you may face as a newcomer to Germany. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting, dive into our collection of partners, to make your life in Germany, more inclusive and wholesome.

Please keep in mind, that every individual’s needs are different and specific. We have curated this list as a generic helpful guide for Expats moving to Germany in the recent past ,who might be facing language barriers and to overcome bureaucratic hurdles. Our recommendations are based both on market research,as well as on ease of use as an Expat.

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Check for Cheapest Gas Providers in Germany

When you move into your apartment, the same as choosing an electricity provider you will always have gas – which means hot water and heating – available. The usual suppliers in your region are for example Gasag in Berlin, E.ON in Hamburg, SWM in Munich, RheinEnergie in Cologne or Mainova in Frankfurt , with a basic contract (Grundversorgungsvertrag). If you do not apply for a new provider then the existing provider will send you a payment request at some point. It is very normal in Germany, to change the existing provider/plan, as the conditions of a standard plan are quite expensive. The notice period to quit the standard supplier is normally 2 weeks.

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Biggest challenges when one moves to Germany

Have you decided to move to Germany? If so, hopefully your papers are all ready, the flights are booked and your bags are packed. There's a certain excitement as well as anxiety, of the challenges that lay ahead. Here we will try and list a few of the biggest challenges, that you might face, when you move to Germany.

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Buying a Used Car in Germany: Some Useful Info! 

Germany has an excellent public transport system and the rail and road, especially the latter, won’t make a hole in your pocket. Still, nothing will be better for you than a personal vehicle, such as a car, in terms of personal freedom and mobility, (of course if you can afford it, but more of that later). Hence, buying a car when you’ve moved to Germany will be an excellent idea for you.