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19/03/2010 Auslaenderin in Berlin: It’s the neighbourhood, stupid!

One expat in Germany realises that it isn’t the country or even the city one lives in that matters, it’s the kiez.

12/03/2010 The funny side of my life in Germany

That German isn’t one of the easiest of languages to grasp may have been no surprise for British expat Susan Nowak, but she wasn’t prepared for...

26/02/2010 The new old world: Addressing the gaps

Expatica blogger R.W. Dooley reflects on his son’s recently missing teeth and increased homework which have influenced his decision to take up...

19/02/2010 Hamburg calling: Don't feed the tourists

Expatica columnist David Baxter puts his mind to the troublesome question “How German is Germany?”

12/02/2010 Auslaenderin in Berlin: Talking about the weather

Is the cold and damp of northern Europe getting you down? You aren’t alone. Our blogger offers some commiseration and some coping tips.

30/01/2010 Share your content with Expatica

Expatica is looking for readers who want to contribute to our websites.

29/01/2010 Hamburg calling: The white menace

This month, Expatica columnist Dave Baxter tries – and fails – to avoid ranting about the weather.

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The ABCs of the German school system

The ABCs of the German school system

Trying to size up the education system is one of the hardest things facing those embarking on a foreign posting. We set out what you should know about German schools and daycare.

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

Want to move to Germany but haven’t figured out the details? Check out Expatica’s overview of the German visa and citizenship system.

Driving in Berlin: Rules, habits and fines

Driving in Berlin: Rules, habits and fines

In part one of our two part series, we cover the driving culture in Berlin, where to park and buy gas and, most importantly, the laws.

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Our comprehensive overview of the ins and outs of employment in Germany, including information on how to find work, recruitment agencies, employment contracts and labour law.