Life in Germany · Guides
Anfänger
Step-by-step help for your first months in Germany.
Developed and operated by Ichii
Visit anfänger.com(opens in a new tab)Anfänger is an English-language guide for people who are new to Germany. It explains topics such as address registration, bank accounts, health insurance, taxes and finding a flat in plain English, shows the German terms along the way and links every rule to its official source.
Anfänger is an independent guide, not a government website, and does not replace legal, tax or immigration advice. Some links are affiliate links; according to the site, commissions never decide the order of recommendations.
Who it is for
- People moving to Germany or who have just arrived
- International students and professionals
- English-speaking users
Languages
English
What the product does
- Personal checklist: seven questions, then your steps in the right order – no account, answers stay in the browser
- Guides to address registration, residence permits, bank accounts, health insurance, tax ID, housing, internet and more
- Entry points by life situation, e.g. moving to Germany, a new job, studying, having a baby or leaving
- Local information for eight cities, including Berlin, Munich and Hamburg
- Provider comparisons for newcomers, e.g. bank accounts, SIM cards, internet and electricity
- Official source and date last checked for every rule
Details are based on the product's public website (as of September 2026).
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