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Thinking About Leaving? Battling with the decision? … rebuttal
Good to know
Checklist before you travel to Germany
Documents to bring to Germany
The Real Cost of Starting a New Life in Germany
The Emotional Reality of Moving Abroad Hero Section
Learning German
Basic Information
Where to learn German
Basic German Grammar
German Grammar – Cases/Kasus
Noun Gender
Adjektivendungen
Pronouns
Prepositions
Verbs
German Spelling Alphabet
Housing
Housing in Germany
Finding a place to stay
Beds, Mattresses and Duvets
Relocation & Logistics
Moving Packing list
Shipping and Relocation Companies
Pets
What can I bring into Germany
Import a used vehicle to Germany
Working in Germany
Careers
Curriculum Vitae and Resume
Searching for job opportunities
Networking
Career coaching
Vocational Careers
Recognition of studies
Freelancing
Finances
Sozialversicherung / Social Insurance
Pension
Medical
Income Tax / Lohnsteuer
Arriving in Germany
Checklist after arriving in Germany
Registering at the Local Town Office
Residence permits
Einbürgerungstest and Leben in Deutschland
Applying for residence
Temporary proof of German Residence
Leaving Germany
Travel to Germany – Tips
Living in Germany
Useful apps
Legal matters
German laws and regulations
Police Clearance Certificate
Wills and Testaments
Guardianship Considerations
Funerals
Apostille, Notarised and Certified
Translating documents
Television Licenses
Downloading Music, Movies etc
Finance
Opening a Bank Account in Germany
Income Tax / Lohnsteuer
SARS Income Tax
Procedure to cease tax residency with SARS
SCHUFA Credit Score
Sozialversicherung / Social Insurance
Medical
Pension
Investments and financial planning
Foreign Exchange- ZAR to EUR
Foreign Exchange- EUR to ZAR
Driving in Germany
Driver’s licences
Road Rules
First aid kit
Winter tyres
Car Insurance
Registering a vehicle
Safety on the Road – Wildlife
House and Home
Housing in Germany
Finding a place to stay
Hired Help and Services
Beds, Mattresses and Duvets
Gardening Rules
Waste disposal and recycling
Avoiding mould in your house
Moving from One Town to Another in Germany: Key Considerations
Entertainment
Internet, TV and mobile
Going to the movies
Health, doctors and medicine
Visiting a Doctor
Terminology – Body Parts
Terminology – Organs
Visiting a doctor
Visiting a Doctor – Phrases
Ask a SA Pharmacist in DE
Electronic Prescriptions (E-Rezept)
Having a baby in Germany
Health product substitutes
Mental health support
Maternity Terminology
Neurodiversity
Sauna etiquette in Germany
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Tick-Borne Diseases in Germany
Women’s Health
Family & Lifestyle
Children Overview
Babies and Toddlers
Having a baby in Germany
Registering your child at birth – Germany
Registering a birth in Germany via VFS Global
Registering your child in South Africa while in Germany
Parental allowance in Germany (Elterngeld)
Maternity Terminology
Children’s Clothes
Young Children & Teenagers
Kitas
School Information
Bullying at school
Marriage & Relationships
Getting married
Getting married – Share your experiences
Getting married – Your stories
Divorce
Personal Care
Going to the Hairdresser
Pets
Pets
Adopting a pet
Outdoors
Seasons
Winter in Germany
Spring in Germany
Autumn in Germany
Germany month by month
Weather in Germany
Daylight Savings Time in Germany: History, Timing, and Impact
Layering Up – Dressing for the Cold
Yearly Events
Public Holidays, School Terms and Observations
Yearly Festivals and Events in Germany
Karneval
Easter in Germany
Christmas
Christmas
Christmas Markets
German Christmas Traditions
Christmas away from Home
Sports in Germany
Participating in Sports in Germany
Watching sports
Rugby
Cricket in Germany: A Blossoming Sport in the Heart of Europe
Cycling
Studying in Germany
The German Vocational Training System
Study in Germany
Recognition of studies
Prep Courses and GRE Tests
Shopping
Emergencies
Obligation to assist in an emergency
Emergency Contacts
Disaster preparedness
Warntag
Life in Germany
What we love about Germany
Cultural Differences – South Africa vs Germany
FAQ
For the Foodies
South African Recipes
Traditional South African Christmas Recipes
German Foods
German Cuisine and Recipes
Seasonal Veggies
Bärlauch
Grünkohl: Germany’s Winter Warrior Vegetable
Kohlrabi: Germany’s Crunchy Green Gem
Pilzsammelung
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Spargel – the German white gold
Besenwirtschaft
German Christmas Recipes
Currywurst
Federweißer (New wine)
Raclette
Starkbier
When in Germany… Visit a Beer Garden!
Making your own Biltong
Substitutes and Food Info
Add your Recipe
SA Consular and Embassy Services
SA Consular and Embassy services
Birth Registrations and UBC
Registering your child in South Africa while in Germany
Registering a birth in Germany via VFS Global
South African Passport and ID’s
My SA Passport is stolen or lost
My SA passport has expired
Applying for your passport at the Consulate in Munich
Applying for your passport in Germany via VFS Global
Applying for a child passport in Germany via VFS Global
Applying for your passport in South Africa
Applying for your ID in South Africa
Applying for your South African Identity Document in Germany
Questions for the Consulate
Questions and Answers
Retention, Renunciation & Dual Citizenship
Travel
Public Transport
Public transport in Germany
Public Transport System: A Guide to S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and Trams
Customs
What can I bring into Germany
What can I bring into South Africa
Travel for SA passport holders
South African Passport Holders: Travel with Schengen Visa & Beyond
Traveling to the UK
Travel in the Schengen Area
Travel Tips
Travelling Smarter: How AI Can Support You on the Road
Add travel tips
General Travel tips – Booking Flights
General Travel tips – Flying
Travel to SA – Tips
Travel to Germany – Tips
Industrial Strike Action affecting Flights
Flying with Children
Travel during a school Term
Tips for Visitors to Germany
Essential Tips for South African Visitors in Germany
Layering Up – Dressing for Autumn
Layering Up – Dressing for the Cold
Basic German Phrases for visitors
The New EES Entry System
Sending a package or excess luggage between SA and DE
Camping
From Forests to Lakes: The Joy of Camping in Germany
Camping in Germany by DeWet Herselman
Travel ideas within Germany
Travel ideas within Germany
Federal States A-B
Baden-Württemberg
Baden-Württemberg
Stuttgart
Ulm
Bayern
Bayern
Augsburg
Füssen – Allgäu
Berlin
Brandenburg
Bremen
Federal States H-N
Hamburg
Hessen
Lower Saxony
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
North Rhine-Westphalia
Federal States R -T
Rhineland-Palatinate
Saxony
Saxony-Anhalt
Saarland
Schleswig-Holstein
Terms and Conditions
Thuringia
German accommodation types
Travel Blogs
Shop & Services
About Us
Contact us
Rate us
Privacy Policy
Impressum
Sitemap
Home
Visas, Residence & Citizenship
Short stay Visas
Long Stay Visas
German Citizenship Information
Residence Permits in Germany (Aufenthaltstitel)
Moving to Germany
Planning & Checklists
Thinking About Leaving? Battling with the decision? … rebuttal
Good to know
Checklist before you travel to Germany
Documents to bring to Germany
The Real Cost of Starting a New Life in Germany
The Emotional Reality of Moving Abroad Hero Section
Learning German
Basic Information
Where to learn German
Basic German Grammar
German Grammar – Cases/Kasus
Noun Gender
Adjektivendungen
Pronouns
Prepositions
Verbs
German Spelling Alphabet
Housing
Housing in Germany
Finding a place to stay
Beds, Mattresses and Duvets
Relocation & Logistics
Moving Packing list
Shipping and Relocation Companies
Pets
What can I bring into Germany
Import a used vehicle to Germany
Working in Germany
Careers
Curriculum Vitae and Resume
Searching for job opportunities
Networking
Career coaching
Vocational Careers
Recognition of studies
Freelancing
Finances
Sozialversicherung / Social Insurance
Pension
Medical
Income Tax / Lohnsteuer
Arriving in Germany
Checklist after arriving in Germany
Registering at the Local Town Office
Residence permits
Einbürgerungstest and Leben in Deutschland
Applying for residence
Temporary proof of German Residence
Leaving Germany
Travel to Germany – Tips
Living in Germany
Useful apps
Legal matters
German laws and regulations
Police Clearance Certificate
Wills and Testaments
Guardianship Considerations
Funerals
Apostille, Notarised and Certified
Translating documents
Television Licenses
Downloading Music, Movies etc
Finance
Opening a Bank Account in Germany
Income Tax / Lohnsteuer
SARS Income Tax
Procedure to cease tax residency with SARS
SCHUFA Credit Score
Sozialversicherung / Social Insurance
Medical
Pension
Investments and financial planning
Foreign Exchange- ZAR to EUR
Foreign Exchange- EUR to ZAR
Driving in Germany
Driver’s licences
Road Rules
First aid kit
Winter tyres
Car Insurance
Registering a vehicle
Safety on the Road – Wildlife
House and Home
Housing in Germany
Finding a place to stay
Hired Help and Services
Beds, Mattresses and Duvets
Gardening Rules
Waste disposal and recycling
Avoiding mould in your house
Moving from One Town to Another in Germany: Key Considerations
Entertainment
Internet, TV and mobile
Going to the movies
Health, doctors and medicine
Visiting a Doctor
Terminology – Body Parts
Terminology – Organs
Visiting a doctor
Visiting a Doctor – Phrases
Ask a SA Pharmacist in DE
Electronic Prescriptions (E-Rezept)
Having a baby in Germany
Health product substitutes
Mental health support
Maternity Terminology
Neurodiversity
Sauna etiquette in Germany
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Tick-Borne Diseases in Germany
Women’s Health
Family & Lifestyle
Children Overview
Babies and Toddlers
Having a baby in Germany
Registering your child at birth – Germany
Registering a birth in Germany via VFS Global
Registering your child in South Africa while in Germany
Parental allowance in Germany (Elterngeld)
Maternity Terminology
Children’s Clothes
Young Children & Teenagers
Kitas
School Information
Bullying at school
Marriage & Relationships
Getting married
Getting married – Share your experiences
Getting married – Your stories
Divorce
Personal Care
Going to the Hairdresser
Pets
Pets
Adopting a pet
Outdoors
Seasons
Winter in Germany
Spring in Germany
Autumn in Germany
Germany month by month
Weather in Germany
Daylight Savings Time in Germany: History, Timing, and Impact
Layering Up – Dressing for the Cold
Yearly Events
Public Holidays, School Terms and Observations
Yearly Festivals and Events in Germany
Karneval
Easter in Germany
Christmas
Christmas
Christmas Markets
German Christmas Traditions
Christmas away from Home
Sports in Germany
Participating in Sports in Germany
Watching sports
Rugby
Cricket in Germany: A Blossoming Sport in the Heart of Europe
Cycling
Studying in Germany
The German Vocational Training System
Study in Germany
Recognition of studies
Prep Courses and GRE Tests
Shopping
Emergencies
Obligation to assist in an emergency
Emergency Contacts
Disaster preparedness
Warntag
Life in Germany
What we love about Germany
Cultural Differences – South Africa vs Germany
FAQ
For the Foodies
South African Recipes
Traditional South African Christmas Recipes
German Foods
German Cuisine and Recipes
Seasonal Veggies
Bärlauch
Grünkohl: Germany’s Winter Warrior Vegetable
Kohlrabi: Germany’s Crunchy Green Gem
Pilzsammelung
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Spargel – the German white gold
Besenwirtschaft
German Christmas Recipes
Currywurst
Federweißer (New wine)
Raclette
Starkbier
When in Germany… Visit a Beer Garden!
Making your own Biltong
Substitutes and Food Info
Add your Recipe
SA Consular and Embassy Services
SA Consular and Embassy services
Birth Registrations and UBC
Registering your child in South Africa while in Germany
Registering a birth in Germany via VFS Global
South African Passport and ID’s
My SA Passport is stolen or lost
My SA passport has expired
Applying for your passport at the Consulate in Munich
Applying for your passport in Germany via VFS Global
Applying for a child passport in Germany via VFS Global
Applying for your passport in South Africa
Applying for your ID in South Africa
Applying for your South African Identity Document in Germany
Questions for the Consulate
Questions and Answers
Retention, Renunciation & Dual Citizenship
Travel
Public Transport
Public transport in Germany
Public Transport System: A Guide to S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and Trams
Customs
What can I bring into Germany
What can I bring into South Africa
Travel for SA passport holders
South African Passport Holders: Travel with Schengen Visa & Beyond
Traveling to the UK
Travel in the Schengen Area
Travel Tips
Travelling Smarter: How AI Can Support You on the Road
Add travel tips
General Travel tips – Booking Flights
General Travel tips – Flying
Travel to SA – Tips
Travel to Germany – Tips
Industrial Strike Action affecting Flights
Flying with Children
Travel during a school Term
Tips for Visitors to Germany
Essential Tips for South African Visitors in Germany
Layering Up – Dressing for Autumn
Layering Up – Dressing for the Cold
Basic German Phrases for visitors
The New EES Entry System
Sending a package or excess luggage between SA and DE
Camping
From Forests to Lakes: The Joy of Camping in Germany
Camping in Germany by DeWet Herselman
Travel ideas within Germany
Travel ideas within Germany
Federal States A-B
Baden-Württemberg
Baden-Württemberg
Stuttgart
Ulm
Bayern
Bayern
Augsburg
Füssen – Allgäu
Berlin
Brandenburg
Bremen
Federal States H-N
Hamburg
Hessen
Lower Saxony
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
North Rhine-Westphalia
Federal States R -T
Rhineland-Palatinate
Saxony
Saxony-Anhalt
Saarland
Schleswig-Holstein
Terms and Conditions
Thuringia
German accommodation types
Travel Blogs
Shop & Services
About Us
Contact us
Rate us
Privacy Policy
Impressum
Sitemap
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