Germany

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Essential Information

Visa Required

True (Non-EU)

Insurance

Statutory (Required)

Rent

350-850/month

Climate

Temperate

University

TU Munich, Humboldt Berlin

Culture & Social

Vegan/Vegetarian Friendly

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LGBTQ+ Friendly

8

Average Cost of Living

8

Structured & Direct

German culture values punctuality, structure, and direct communication. Sunday is strictly a rest day; shops are closed.

Key Cultural Norms

  • Punctuality
  • Privacy
  • Sundays

Social Taboos

Topics to avoid
  • Never joke about WW2 or Nazi history
  • Don't compare east vs west

Language

English Proficiency

High in cities/universities, lower in bureaucracy.

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German is Key

While you can survive with English, learning basic German is essential for dealing with the Ausländerbehörde (Foreigners Office).

Transportation

Public Transport Quality

5

Options

  • Deutschlandticket
  • Biking

Money

Cash is King

Many smaller shops, bakeries, and kiosks ('Späti') still only accept cash (Bargeld). Always carry some euros.

Banking

  • Blocked Account
  • EC Karte

Safety

Emergency Numbers

  • 110
  • 112

Safety Score

5

Daily Life

Everyday Life

  • Pfand System
  • Mensa
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