January is a key month to apply for childcare and school spots. If you have recently relocated, are planning a move, or are supporting relocating employees, this is your friendly reminder to act now. Below is a practical overview of Krippe, Kindergarten, Grundschule, and Schule registration timelines, what to expect, and what to do if … more …
We get this question all the time. Usually it starts with something like:“Okay, but what do you really do? Isn’t relocation just finding an apartment?” And honestly? We wish it was that simple 😉. Imagine this: a company hires an amazing specialist from abroad. On paper, it’s a win. In real life, that person suddenly … more …
As of 1 January 2026, employers are required to inform foreign workers from third countries about the free advisory service “Fair Integration” when recruiting them from abroad. This is a new mandatory provision under Section 45c of the German Residence Act – Aufenthaltsgesetz. 💡 Important This applies if: What is “Fair Integration”? “Fair Integration” is … more …
As we approach the start of 2026, our team at wishes everyone a joyful, healthy, and successful New Year! In Germany, you’ll often hear the phrase “Guten Rutsch” this time of year. While it literally translates to “good slide,” its meaning is far more symbolic. The expression is believed to come from the Yiddish phrase … more …
Season’s Greetings from all of us at Local World Wide Relocation As we reflect on the year, we are grateful for the trust, collaboration, and partnerships that made 2025 a meaningful one. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday! 🎄 🤶 🎁
Curious what St. Nicholas has to do with it? Come explore the tradition with us! This evening, polished shoes will be placed outside of apartment and house doors throughout Germany for kids and adults alike in hopes that they will be filled with small treats from St. Nicholas. If you’re new to Germany, you may … more …
“In der Weihnachtsbäckerei” (In the Christmas Bakery) is a very popular German children’s Christmas song. The song describes the fun (and sometimes messy!) experience of baking Christmas cookies—mixing dough and searching for missing ingredients. It’s cheerful, playful, and often sung in schools, kindergartens, and at family gatherings during the holiday season. Even if you don’t … more …
If you’re planning to move to a new apartment or preparing to leave Germany for your next assignment, our real estate expert explains how to properly terminate your rental contract and ensure that your notice is legally valid. 1. What do you need to consider as a tenant? Before terminating your rental agreement, you should … more …
The launch of the Enter and Exit System (EES) is scheduled for Sunday, 12 October. The European Commission first presented the EES system proposal on 6 April 2016 as part of the revised Smart Borders Package. The European Commission notes on their website the EES Regulation, together with a targeted amendment of the Schengen Border … more …
If you’ve been considering changing from statutory (public) to private health insurance in Germany, the deadline to terminate your existing healthcare policy is quickly approaching. Before the 30 September deadline, applicants will need to secure a private health insurance policy and give formal notice to cancel or change certain insurance contracts for the upcoming year. … more …