Daily Life
How to Integrate into German culture
Last Updated: August 19, 2025A step-by-step guide for expats & internationals on integrating into German culture. Learn how to connect through language, community, and local traditions.
How to live your daily life in Germany
Last Updated: August 19, 2025How to live your daily life in Germany: Practical tips & cultural norms for Expats Daily life in Germany comes with its own rhythm and routines. From sorting your trash correctly to saying hello in the bakery, getting the basics right helps you feel confident and at home. Here’s your go-to...
How to find a Hausarzt in Germany
Last Updated: October 7, 2025Finding a Hausarzt in Germany is key to navigating healthcare. This guide explains how to choose your GP, book appointments, find English-speaking doctors, and understand health insurance basics.
Emergency services in Germany
Last Updated: August 18, 2025Emergency services in Germany explained: know when to call 112 for ambulance/fire, 110 for police, or 116117 for medical help. A quick, practical guide for expats.
Bottle deposit & recycling guide
Last Updated: August 18, 2025Germany Pfand system: How to return Bottles & get deposit back Living in Germany means quickly learning about Pfand, a small deposit added to many beverage containers to encourage recycling. Here’s everything you need to know to get your deposit back and do your part for the environment. What is the...
Quiet hours & noise rules in Germany
Last Updated: August 18, 2025Quiet hours in Germany, or Ruhezeiten, are legally protected times when noise must be kept low. Learn the rules, building policies, and tips for expats to avoid conflicts.
How to find lost items on Trains in Germany
Last Updated: October 21, 2025How to find lost items on Trains in Germany Losing something on a train in Germany can be stressful, but don’t worry Deutsche Bahn (DB) and local transport services have a well-organized Lost & Found system. Here’s the easiest step-by-step guide that works in all German cities. Write down important details...
How to send a Letter in Germany
Last Updated: September 20, 2025How to send a Letter in Germany (Simple Step by Step Guide) What you will need to send a letter in Germany An envelope and your letter The recipient’s full address (as it appears on their mailbox) Postage (stamp, mobile stamp code, or online/printed postage) Tip: In Germany, mail is delivered...
How to get paid sick leave in Germany
Last Updated: September 29, 2025How to get paid sick leave in Germany: Your rights and next steps If you are ill and unable to work in Germany, you’re entitled to paid sick leave, regardless of whether you have public or private health insurance. This guide explains the essential steps you need to follow when you...
Is Streaming in Germany Legal?
Last Updated: October 21, 2025Is streaming in Germany legal? What expats really need to know If you’ve recently moved to Germany, you might be surprised to learn that streaming isn’t as straightforward here as in many other countries. In fact, some forms of online streaming can actually get you into legal trouble. I even know...
How to exchange or deposit coins in Germany
Last Updated: October 27, 2025How to exchange or deposit coins in Germany Got a bunch of coins lying around and not sure what to do with them? Don’t worry, in Germany, it’s pretty easy to turn your coins into cash or deposit them into your bank account. In German, this is called “Bargeldeinzahlung”, which just...