Chilly pools and price hikes await Berlin swimmers this spring

Berliner Bäder-Betriebe, the authority which runs public swimming pools in the capital, has announced incoming changes to its ticketing system. Berlin swimming pools to be... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 53 minutes ago

Missed doctors’ appointments should cost patients up to 100 euros, says BVKJ

A representative of the Federal Association of Paediatricians has suggested that patients in Germany be charged up to 100 euros if they fail to show up to a doctor’s appointment... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 1 day ago

Berlin threatens to deport 4 pro-Palestine protesters with US and EU citizenship

Immigration authorities in Berlin are attempting to deport four pro-Palestine protesters without any criminal convictions, according to a report by US-based news site The... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 1 day ago

Highs of 22C expected in Germany this week

Spring is awakening! Warm sunshine and highs of 22 degrees celsius are expected in Germany at the end of this week. Warm sunshine forecast for Germany In Germany, the weather ... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 2 days ago

Drivers with traffic violations could face ban across all 27 EU countries

The European Parliament and EU member states have provisionally agreed that serious traffic violations committed in one member state could lead to a driving ban across the bloc of... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 3 days ago

Common tax mistakes expats make with their GmbH (and how to avoid them)

Make sure you aren't making expensive mistakes with your GmbH taxes with this guide from GmbH Tax Services, which covers eight common mistakes and how to avoid them them. ... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 3 days ago

How to master spring cleaning: 10 tips from the experts

As the sun reappears, it not only lights up our life, but, unfortunately, also the dust! As you face the task of getting your house back into shape, the cleaning experts from ... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 4 days ago

How to save money (and save on your taxes) in Germany

In Germany, finding ways to save efficiently while minimising your tax liabilities is essential for building a secure financial future. There are three main tax-efficient savings... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 4 days ago

April 2025: 8 changes affecting expats in Germany

From parental allowance income thresholds to digital vehicle documents - and a week of action on speeding - there’s lots to look out for in April 2025 in Germany. Here are some of... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 4 days ago

Deutsche Bahn posts another huge loss and record low punctuality rate

Germany’s national rail operator, Deutsche Bahn, has announced that its books were once again deeply in the red in 2024. As well as posting a billion-euro loss, the company also... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 5 days ago

EU: People in Germany should stockpile 3 days of emergency supplies

Faced with heightened global tensions, the European Union has begun pushing for every household in the bloc to have a three-day survival kit at the ready should the worst happen.... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 6 days ago

Concerns for German car industry as Trump slaps 25% tariff on imports

The already struggling German motor industry has been dealt another blow, after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to place a 25-percent tariff on car imports.... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 6 days ago

Foreign students bring multi-billion-euro net gain to German economy

Every year, tens of thousands of international students come from abroad to study in Germany. Far from being a drain on the country’s finances, a new study has found that these... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 6 days ago

Are tourists avoiding Mecklenburg-Vorpommern because locals voted AfD?

Several German newspapers have reported that holidaymakers are cancelling trips to Mecklenburg-Vorpommern due to Alternative für Deutschland’s (AfD) local success in the recent... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 7 days ago

Germany updates travel advice for US after citizens held at border

Germany has updated its travel advisory for the United States, warning travellers that a visa or entry waiver does not guarantee entry into the country. The change comes after... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 7 days ago

Shops in Germany push for more freedom to open on Sundays

By law, shops in Germany generally have to remain closed on Sundays. Regulations allow for irregular Sunday openings (so-called Sonntagsöffnungen), but these vary across the... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 7 days ago

CDU & SPD agree to continue Deutschlandticket - with price increase from 2027

With the CDU having expressed scepticism about the Deutschlandticket throughout its election campaign, many people feared that the party’s win would spell the end of the public... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 8 days ago

How to see the partial solar eclipse from Germany on March 29

A partial solar eclipse will occur in our solar system on March 29. If you live in Germany, here’s when to look up and what you can expect to see. Partial solar eclipse will... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 8 days ago

48-hour Berlin transport strike announced for March 26 and 27

U-Bahns and trams run by the Berliner Verkehrsbetrieben (BVG) will come to a standstill for 48 hours on Wednesday and Thursday. Here’s what locals need to know: BVG workers... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 9 days ago

The sustainable way to move internationally

We all want to do our bit for the environment, so finding the most sustainable way to move internationally has become a priority for expats. Schmidt Global Relocations explains... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 9 days ago

2014-2024: Who has come and gone from Berlin in the past decade?

The population of Berlin has grown by almost 10 percent since 2014. Which nationalities have been coming and going from the city in the past decade? How has the Berlin population... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 10 days ago

What US expats need to know about filing FBAR and FATCA forms

Nathalie Goldstein, from MyExpatTaxes, presents this guide to what the FBAR and FATCA forms are, and why they are so important for US citizens living in Germany. While most... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 11 days ago

Kickstart your tech career in Germany this spring

Spring is the season of new beginnings - why not make it the start of your tech career in Germany? The tech and data job market is booming, and 2025 promises even more growth. But... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 11 days ago

RKI: Every third person in Germany has an iodine deficiency

Research from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), Germany’s public health monitoring agency, has found that every third person in the federal republic has an iodine deficiency.... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 11 days ago

Berlin bridge closed after worrying cracks discovered

The A100 road bridge in Berlin, which runs above the city’s Ringbahn train line, has been closed after worrying cracks were discovered in the structure. Cracks found in bridge... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 12 days ago

ÖBB to cut Berlin-Brussels night train services from March 28

The Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB) has announced that it will cut its night train service between Berlin and Brussels, starting March 28. Night train services cut between... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 13 days ago

World Happiness Report: How “caring and sharing” is Germany in 2025?

In an increasingly individualistic and divided world, the annual World Happiness Report (WHR) for 2025 looks at how “caring and sharing” attitudes create happier societies. How... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 14 days ago

Tesla Berlin bosses demand access to GP records to approve sick leave

Bosses at the Tesla Gigafactory in Brandenburg, near Berlin, have requested that sick employees waive their right to keep health information private to “prove” that they are ill... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 14 days ago

Berlin politicians push for stricter tenant protection against Eigenbedarf eviction

A group of politicians in Berlin are calling on the German federal government to make it more difficult for landlords to evict tenants by claiming their property for “personal use... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 15 days ago

How to find the best mortgage rates in Germany

Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but securing the best mortgage rate and structure is crucial to making a good financial investment. The wrong mortgage structure - whether... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 16 days ago

German Bundestag passes law to relax historic debt brake

Members of the German parliament’s lower house (Bundestag) have voted to relax the county’s historic debt brake law. Why is the vote so significant, and what happens next? German... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 16 days ago

What are your tax filing obligations as an American entrepreneur in Germany?

Mike Wallace, CEO of Greenback Expat Tax Services, explains how being an American citizen with a business in Germany might affect your tax return in the US. American citizens... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 16 days ago

Berlin BVG to strike on March 19 and 20

Transport services run by the Berliner Verkehrsbetrieben (BVG) will come to a standstill for 48 hours on Wednesday and Thursday. Here’s what locals need to know about travel... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 16 days ago

A bank account without an Anmeldung? It's easy with bunq

Moving to Germany does, inescapably, mean dealing with German bureaucracy. You will always be told that your first task is registering your address. This is the infamous Anmeldung... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 17 days ago

Transform your career: Join Germany's booming AI & data industry

Ready to become part of Europe's fastest-growing tech sector? The AI & Data Academy offers state-funded education to help expats launch rewarding careers in artificial... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 17 days ago

How much does a WG-Zimmer cost in Germany in 2025?

A new study conducted by the Moses Mendelssohn Institute (MMI) in partnership with WG-Gesucht has revealed the average rents that landlords in Berlin and other German cities are... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 17 days ago

Where to find tulip fields in Germany this spring

Tulip fields in Germany can’t quite hold a candle to the likes of the world-famous Keukenhof or other similar spots in the Netherlands, but they are still worth a visit if you’re... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 18 days ago

BER night flight ban should be relaxed, says Berlin Mayor

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner (CDU) has suggested that the city relax rules around when planes can take off and land at Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER). Wegner floats earlier flights... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 19 days ago

Munich immigration office employees accused of bribery

Employees at the Munich District Administration Office (KVR) have been accused of taking part in a bribery scheme which issued forged visas and residence permits to international... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 20 days ago

Why are there so many strikes in Germany right now?

Intermittent strike action has hit dozens of sectors in Germany since late January, but why are so many workers striking now, what are they demanding, and when are the strikes... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 21 days ago

German pension payouts to increase by 3,74 percent

From July, retirees in Germany will receive more money each month as part of their statutory pension payment. Here’s what you need to know: Average German pensioner will receive... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 22 days ago

DB paid out 200 million euros in compensation for delays in 2024

Delayed and cancelled trains run by Germany’s national rail provider, Deutsche Bahn, cost the company nearly 200 million euros in compensation in 2024. DB paying millions in... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 23 days ago

Remote work in Germany: What are your rights and obligations?

Remote work is an attractive option for many employees. But when and how can one switch to remote work? What rights and obligations do employees and employers have? Carina Senf ... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 24 days ago

Getting a German pension refund after Brexit: A guide to the key changes

Some people who work in Germany for a short time before moving abroad are eligible to have their pension contributions refunded. As the rules are different for EU and non-EU... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 24 days ago

Getting a German pension refund after Brexit: A guide to the key changes

Some people who work in Germany for a short time before moving abroad are eligible to have their pension contributions refunded. As the rules are different for EU and non-EU... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 24 days ago

Future CDU / SPD coalition vows to keep German dual citizenship law

The incoming Christian Democratic Union (CDU) government has vowed to keep Germany’s dual and fast-track citizenship law if it enters a coalition with the Social Democratic Party... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 24 days ago

Strikes begin at 11 German airports

Staff at 11 airports in Germany are striking on March 10. Here’s what passengers should know about possible disruptions: Airport strikes begin across Germany Around 23.000... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 24 days ago

Challenges and tips for a successful move to Germany

Once you have made the decision to move to Germany, you have to deal with the complex task of actually moving to Germany! AGS Movers Germany explains the common difficulties of... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 25 days ago