Moving to Germany

Follow these 6 steps in order. Each guide builds on the previous one.

5 of 6 guides available

  1. 1

    Understanding Your Mietvertrag (Rental Contract) in Germany

    2-4 weeks (apartment search to signed contract) moderate 3 documents
  2. 2

    Register Your Address (Anmeldung)

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  3. 3

    Opening a Bank Account in Germany

    1-2 hours (online) or 2-3 hours (in branch) moderate 3 documents
  4. 4

    Enrolling in Health Insurance in Germany

    1-3 hours (research and enrollment) moderate 3 documents
  5. 5

    Getting Your Steuer-ID (Tax ID) in Germany

    15 minutes (plus several weeks waiting; BZSt publishes a 3-month escalation threshold) easy 1 documents
  6. 6

    Converting a Foreign Driving License in Germany

    2-8 weeks (depending on country of origin) complex 5 documents