Living and working in Germany

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Immigration and registration

This section explains all the formalities you have to deal with when arriving in Germany, in order to take up employment and settle down. It also contains information on the Residence Registration Office, the Foreign Nationals Authority and other administrative matters.

Accommodation and property

If you are interested in buying or renting a property in Germany, take a look at our brief description by clicking the following links:

Health and social security

Here you can read our brief summary of the German Social Security System, including health care and pension.

Tax

Read more about the German taxation system on the "Germany Trade & Invest" website.

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Finding work

Advises you on how to find work, explains the EURES System and informs about German Jobcentres, private agencies and other opportunities.

Living and working

Legal matters

Address and contact details of the British Embassy in Berlin. 

Checklist

Things to consider before moving to Germany and taking up employment.

Public holidays 2012

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Public holidays in Germany.