Living and
working in Germany

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Have you decided to live in Germany permanently, for professional or private reasons? You will need German language skills and up-to-date information about life in Germany. The Goethe-Institut offers you quality support to best prepare you for a successful life in Germany.

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Mein Weg nach Deutschland

Find answers to frequently asked questions and useful information about living and working in Germany. Explore fun and interactive exercises to practice and improve your German skills.

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Practice German for free

Improve your language skills to facilitate and support your integration.

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My Germany Booklet

  • Information about first orientation in Germany
  • Topics: First steps in Germany, getting a job, finances, family life, leisure time, finding help etc.
  • Language: basic German from A1 level

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Self-study online course

My Germany Course

  • Preparation for your life in Germany
  • Topics: First steps in Germany, work, finances, family life, leisure time, finding help etc.
  • Language: German from A2 level

Graphics with writing: My German Course © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

Community

Alumniportal Deutschland

On the Alumniportal Deutschland you can network with people who are also preparing to move to Germany or who are already living and working in Germany.

#GermanyNofilter

The magazine for German learners, German teachers and everyone interested in Germany: Stories about everyday life, career and studies, information about German cities, tips and trends.

Useful Links

The portal for international experts offering comprehensive information on living and working in Germany.

This portal provides tips and information about work and study and addresses current topics in Germany and abroad.

Is an advisory service of the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) and provides free and reliable guidance on everything you need to know when looking for employment in Germany.

This database provides information on educational certificates in classifying foreign qualifications in the German education system.

On the page of the German Embassy Yaoundé you will find information on the different visa options as well as the necessary documents for the application.

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