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Living and working in Germany

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Have you decided to live in Germany permanently, for professional or private reasons? You will need German language skills and up-to-date information about life in Germany. The Goethe-Institut offers you quality support to best prepare you for a successful life in Germany.

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Mein Weg nach Deutschland

Find answers to frequently asked questions and useful information about living and working in Germany. Explore fun and interactive exercises to practice and improve your German skills.

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Practice German for free

Improve your language skills to facilitate and support your integration.

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My Germany Booklet

  • Information about first orientation in Germany
  • Topics: First steps in Germany, getting a job, finances, family life, leisure time, finding help etc.
  • Language: basic German from A1 level

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Self-study online course

My Germany Course

  • Preparation for your life in Germany
  • Topics: First steps in Germany, work, finances, family life, leisure time, finding help etc.
  • Language: German from A2 level

Graphics with writing: My German Course © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

Community

Alumniportal Deutschland

On the Alumniportal Deutschland you can network with people who are also preparing to move to Germany or who are already living and working in Germany.

The Germany Magazine

#DeutschlandNoFilter

The diversity of Germany in one magazine. #DeutschlandNoFilter presents dialects and book trends, series tips and insights into everyday working life, sports and music, sustainable ideas and special places that you should get to know. A magazine for everyone who is interested in Germany and loves the German language.

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Useful Links

Useful Links

Visas and entry

On the website of the German Embassy Windhoek you will find information about different visa options, requirements and procedures for applications.
 

GerAppConnect

Vocational Training opportunities for young Namibians in Germany

Make it in Germany

The portal for international experts offering comprehensive information on living and working in Germany.

anabin

This database provides information on educational certificates in classifying foreign qualifications in the German education system.

deutschland.de

This portal provides tips and information about work and study and addresses current topics in Germany and abroad.

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