Key takeaways Types of banks in Germany There are two types of banks in Germany. Here are some main differences between the traditional banks and fintechs. Traditional banks Fintechs Physical branches ✅ No physical branches Fees High fees ✅ Low to...

There are a lot of scam cases in Germany. So, you should always stay cautious when traveling in Germany or planning to move to Germany. Common elements fraudsters use Scammers have a lot in common. They use similar techniques to execute scams. Here a...

Are you new to Germany? Learn from the expats who have been in Germany for many years and made their fair share of mistakes. Here are the common mistakes most expats make when in Germany. 1. Not picking the dog poop You love dogs and have these cute...

Before we talk about the dos and don’ts of German culture, you should know that Germany is a big country, and each federal state has its own culture. Moreover, each individual is different. So, although the dos and don’ts you learn here can help you...

Key takeaways This is how you do it What is registration in Germany (Anmeldung)? Registration in Germany is informing the local authorities that you now live at this address. It’s legally required. Why must you register in Germany? What is the deadli...

Key takeaways What is the population of German federal states? Germany has 16 federal states. Nordrhein-Westfalen is the most populated federal state in Germany, with a population of 17.89 million. It accounts for 21.63% of the total German populatio...

Are you planning to move to Germany?  Before you decide to move to Germany, read our guide on whether it’s worth living in Germany. In this guide, we share the survey in which 2000 expats living in Germany participated. The survey will give you a goo...

Key takeaways What is the income distribution in Germany? Germany has a big income gap. On the one hand, 11% of taxpayers earn above 70,000€ per annum, while 11.9% earn below 5000€ per annum. The table shows the income distribution in Germany as of 2...

Key takeaways This is how you do it Healthcare in Germany The German healthcare system is one of the best in the world. In 2024, CEOworld magazine ranked it eighth in the world.  The German healthcare system is based on solidarity. This means that ev...

Key takeaways This is how you do it Best travel cancellation insurance in Germany After comparing the travel cancellation plans recommended by Stiftung Warentest, insurance brokers, and Finanztip, we found that the following plans are the best. Best...