Relocation to Germany
A guide to relocating to Germany: Blue Card, taxation, housing, free education and the Israeli community in Berlin. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
A guide to relocating to Germany: Blue Card, taxation, housing, free education and the Israeli community in Berlin. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
- CapitalBerlin
- Population~83.6 million
- LanguageGerman · English widely spoken in cities
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time zoneCET/CEST · one hour behind Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 4.5 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Germany offers accessible immigration routes for professionals: the EU Blue Card, the points-based Opportunity Card, job-seeker visas, self-employment and family routes.
Taxation
A progressive, relatively high tax system, alongside an optional church tax.
Economy and cost of living
Moderate living costs compared with Western Europe, more affordable than London or Paris, although Munich is more expensive than other cities.
Housing
A predominantly rental-based, competitive housing market, especially in Berlin and Munich, requiring a deposit (Kaution) and documents.
Education
High-quality, free public universities, alongside international schools in major cities.
Healthcare
Compulsory public or private health insurance, with high-quality medicine.
Community and culture
Jewish communities in Berlin, Munich and Frankfurt, alongside a large, growing Israeli community, particularly in Berlin, with Hebrew-speaking settings.
Employment and business
A strong economy in engineering, automotive, industry and finance (Frankfurt), with a vibrant start-up scene in Berlin.
Ocean's winning tip
Complete Anmeldung (address registration) immediately on arrival. Without it, you cannot open a bank account, arrange insurance or sign contracts. Your Ocean Journey Manager puts the steps in the right order.
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