How to Move to Germany - Is Moving to Germany Hard?

Many UK citizens are thinking about moving to Germany: It offers excellent work prospects, is home to top universities and schools, and offers robust public services. There are many things to love about the country.

But, sadly, many people don't act on their desire because they think relocating to Germany is difficult. Is that true? Are there ways to make the process more simple? In this article, we'll go over everything you need to know.

Is Moving to Germany Difficult for UK Citizens?

There are three things people are worried about when they consider moving to Germany: How much paperwork is involved? How hard is it to relocate your family and your home to the country? And lastly, how expensive is all of this - can I afford it? These are valid concerns, and we'll discuss each below.

• Paperwork:

  Sadly, if you're making the move to Germany from the UK, there's quite a bit of paperwork to deal with after Brexit. Although you can move to the country on a short-term basis without any paperwork, if you want to take up residency in the country, you need residency papers. These can be obtained in a variety of ways, the two prominent ones being work and study. If you have a job offer from a German company or you have an acceptance letter from a German university, obtaining residency is just a matter of procedure.

• Logistics:

  the logistics of moving your home to Germany can seem daunting at first, but this isn't necessarily the case. Since many people relocate between these two countries, many removal companies can help you easily and flawlessly move all your valuables to your new home in Germany. You just have to find the right one: a relocation service that's capable of moving all your stuff, guarantees their safety, and all at affordable prices.

• Budgeting:

  Budgeting can be quite hard when you make the move to Germany. Not only do you have to cover initial relocation costs, rent costs, etc. but since you're likely not familiar with the city you're moving to and you don't speak German, you'll probably spend more than what you usually do. That's why budgeting is important. Thankfully, living in Germany is usually less expensive than living in Britain, and with a bit of smart cost-saving, it can be very affordable.

Tips to Make the Move to Germany Easier

Now that we have identified the major obstacles in front of people wanting to move to Germany, there's a silver lining. There are excellent ways you can make your relocation much easier on all three fronts. Here are a few tips that will help you when immigrating to Germany.

• Do Your Research Beforehand: It is very important to do your research beforehand to avoid making mistakes. How much does renting a place cost in the city you're moving to? Which relocation service is affordable? How can you apply for a residency permit? These are all important questions you need to ask yourself if you want your move to go smoothly.
• Learn About Anmeldung: in most German states, you need to register your address with the authorities. Without this, you'll be barred from many essential services such as opening a bank account, obtaining health services, and much more. Thankfully, the process is simple and quick, but the steps are different depending on the state you're moving to.
• Learn Basic German: Basic German will help you in a variety of ways. It will allow you to communicate with cashiers, shop owners, etc., it will help you get by if you're ever in a pinch, and it will help you quickly integrate into German society. Thankfully, as you're an English speaker, you already know a language that shares many words, grammar rules, and structures with German. So, it'll be relatively easy to pick up the language.