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Living and working in Germany

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There is a considerable number of Vietnamese migrants in Germany. They are students, migrant workers, and their spouses. German vocational training in geriatric and nursing care, for example, is an appealing job and career prospect among Vietnamese healthcare professionals.

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For Living and Working in Germany

My life in Germany

Interviews and testimonials from Vietnamese in Germany

Working as a nurse in Germany

Project with Vivantes

Goethe-Insitut Vietnam in collaboration with Vivantes-Haupstadtpflege and the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of Vietnam offers a 12-month language program for trained nursing staff.

Vivantes Projekt Hanoi Photo (detail): © Goethe-Institut Hanoi © Goethe-Institut Hanoi

Publications

  • 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

    Graphic with writing: My Germany booklet © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

Useful Links

  • Make it in Germany

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

  • deutschland.de

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

  • ProRecognition

    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.

  • anabin

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

  • Visas and entry

    On the website of the German Embassy South Africa you will find information about different visa options, requirements and procedures for applications.
     

Online offers by the Goethe-Institut

  • Web portal

    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.

    Das Gesicht einer jungen dunkelhaarigen Frau ist vor dem Brandenburger Tor zu sehen im Sonnenlicht. Foto: © Alina Holtmann / Maridav Foto: © Alina Holtmann / Maridav

  • 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

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Here you will find our free webinars, information events and German exercises. Register now and get unlimited access to all offers!

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