Living & Travelling
Fancy a Tapetenwechsel*?

*wallpaper change = a change of scenery. Germany is a safe country with a high standard of living and an open multicultural society. It offers endless travel options with lots of exciting places for you to discover.

Why not live in one of the most popular travel destinations in the world and explore the various regions of Germany? There are 16 federal states with regional traditions, food, festivals and dialects. Discover the lively cities of Berlin, Hamburg or Cologne, go hiking in the mountains of Bavaria or visit one of the 25,000 magical castles and palaces, there is something for everyone. In addition, Germany has excellent teaching and research facilities and a large selection of apprenticeships and jobs. What are you waiting for? Become part of the cosmopolitan society of Germany!

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Mein Weg nach Deutschland

Are you considering moving to Germany for work, an apprenticeship or to study? Then you must have a lot of questions. The Goethe-Institut’s free internet portal Mein Weg nach Deutschland provides answers and a lot of helpful general information about life in Germany, the German job market, the recognition of qualifications and local leisure activities. You can also find important addresses and improve your language skills with games, films and stories.

Mein Weg nach Deutschland

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FACTS ABOUT GERMANY

Have you asked yourself how to live, work and study in Germany? Here you will find all of the facts about Germany simply explained.

Facts about Germany

TRAVEL DESTINATION GERMANY

Whether you’re interested in nature, culture, cities or gastronomy, Germany's tourism website has everything you need to know about the most exciting places in the country.

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GOV.UK (LIVING IN GERMANY)

What do you need to consider when moving to Germany? The British Government has compiled all the important information on topics such as health care, visas, residence, work and study for British citizens on the Living in Germany website.

Gov.uk (Living in Germany)

WELLBEING IN GERMANY

Would you like to find out what matters the most to German citizens? In 2015, the Federal Government initiated a national dialogue on the quality of life in Germany. You can find all the results of the survey with interesting data and facts on the website.

Wellbeing in Germany

GET IN TOUCH WITH BRITISH EX-PATS IN GERMANY

Did you decide to emigrate to Germany? Would you like to network and exchange information with other British emigrants? InterNations is the largest international community for people who live and work abroad. You can meet other British ex-pats in Germany and get valuable tips and information in online forums. To do this, you simply have to register on the website. Note that there are free and paid membership levels.

InterNations (British Expats)

UK-GERMAN CONNECTION

Are you looking for exchange programmes in Germany lasting several weeks, study trips and scholarship programmes or would you simply like to exchange ideas on different topics virtually with German pupils? The bilateral government initiative UK-German Connection promotes and coordinates German-British school and youth exchanges and offers intercultural activities, trips and seminars for primary, secondary and FE sectors as well as youth groups. You can find all current programmes and information on applications and funding under The Voyage.