How to Apply for a Residence Permit in Germany

How to Apply for a Residence Permit in Germany: What the Process Actually Looks Like

You have done the hard part. The job offer came through, you accepted it, and now you are in the middle of planning a move to Germany. Everyone around you seems genuinely happy for you. And you are, too. But somewhere between the celebrations and the packing lists, a question has started to follow you around: what actually happens with the visa?

You have read the eligibility guides.…

Men at a desk in front of a laptop

7 Steps to becoming a freelancer in Germany

 

Buckle up. Becoming a freelancer or self-employed in Germany is not for the faint of heart. But if you’re here reading this article, odds are you’re determined to make it work. And make it work you shall. Starting by reading this super helpful blog post.

Step 1 – Prepare yourself

Remember there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Once you deal with the nitty gritty, it’s smooth-ish sailing from there.

Berlin Guide: Pankow

Guide to Berlin Part 3: Best of Pankow

We are continuing our Archer Relocation series on areas of Berlin and the amazing female entrepreneurs who live and work here. Aussie expat, former Opera singer and managing director of Red Tape Translation, Kathleen Parker, gave us the lowdown on her neighbourhood: Pankow. 

Who:

Kathleen Parker

Berlin Neighbourhood

Pankow

How long have you lived in Berlin?

Guide to Berlin Part 2: Kathryn’s Best of Charlottenburg

In this Berlin city guide series, friends of Archer Relocation share what they love most about the part of the city they call home. In our second instalment, Kathryn shares the best of Berlin-Charlottenburg. 

Who: Kathryn Gorman, an author and freelance writer

Berlin Neighbourhood: Charlottenburg

Moved to Berlin: December, 2019

 

What do you love about Berlin?

8 Communication Tips For Non-German Speakers Living in Germany

Aussie ex-pat Kathryn Gorman, a Communication Expert, Educator and Author, has been living in Berlin for over two years. We asked her for some tips to help you when you move to Germany.

 

YOU ARE HERE 

You have arrived… in Germany, and Du sprichst kein Deutsch (You don’t speak German). What do you do? Larger cities tend to have more residents who speak English. In the smaller cities and towns, it can be harder to find English speakers.…

5 Summer Adventures For When You Live in Berlin

 

When schools out and the temperatures soar, how can you stay cool and entertained? Here’s five fun suggestions for you to enjoy your new home in Germany. We have highlighted some Berlin summer activities for you.

 

SWIM AT THE SEE

The German word for lake is ‘See’. Many of these lakes are FKK–FreiKorperKultur (translation Free Body Culture aka Nude Bathing).…

Herrentag, Father’s Day, Ascension Day in Germany

This Thursday is a public holiday in Germany to celebrate Ascension Day and Father’s Day. How will Berliner’s be celebrating? What will you be doing this long weekend?

ASCENSION DAY IN GERMANY

Christians all over the world celebrate Ascension Day. It commemorates Jesus’ ascension into heaven 39 days after Easter Sunday.

In Germany, Ascension Day is known as Christi Himmelfahrt–literally Christ’s (Christi) journey (fahrt) into heaven (Himmel).…

Shopping in Berlin

The Best of Shopping in Berlin


The fashion stage will be set next week in Berlin.  The first Berlin Fashion Week of 2019 will take place January 15th through 18th across the city, where established designers and young artists will take the spotlight to show off their creations.   …

Christmas gifts from Berlin

Christmas Gifts from Berlin

If you are going back to your home country to celebrate the holidays this year, soon you will want to start your list of Christmas gifts to bring from Berlin.  Follow Archer Relocation’s guide to all-things-Berlin, and you will be the popular family member and friend this holiday season.…

How to Find a Berlin Apartment

Berlin is an extremely desirable and liveable city right now.  As a result, gone are the times when it was easy to find a Berlin apartment.  Due to gentrification and popularity of the German capital in the last years, rents are rising along with the competition from other lease applicants. …

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