Guide
Articles about work, moving, documents and family life in Germany.
Order picker in a warehouse: tasks, terms, requirements
Order pickers (Kommissionierer) are among the most wanted helpers in German warehouses. We explain what exactly the job involves, which German words you will hear in the warehouse and what you should bring with you.
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How much does a warehouse worker in Germany earn net?
From €15.33 per hour gross – but how much arrives in your account at the end of the month? We work through an example for 2026 step by step and explain every deduction.
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Warehouse jobs for Ukrainians with a residence permit under § 24
Many Ukrainians are looking for a permanent job in Germany. We explain whether you may work in a warehouse with § 24, what applies to temporary work and which documents you need.
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Opening a bank account in Germany
In Germany your pay is transferred to a bank account – so you need an account from the first month. We explain which documents you need, which bank suits you and whether a Romanian or Lithuanian account is enough for your pay.
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Child benefit (Kindergeld) for EU citizens and Ukrainians working in Germany
If you work in Germany and have children, you can usually get child benefit (Kindergeld). We explain how much it is, who is entitled and how to apply.
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Health insurance in Germany: what employees from abroad should know
If you work in Germany with an employment contract, you must have health insurance. We explain how to choose a health insurance fund (Krankenkasse), what it costs and how to see a doctor.
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How much does a flat cost in Germany?
For most people, rent is the biggest expense of the month. We explain what housing costs are made up of, what a square metre costs on average and how to plan your monthly budget.
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Renting a flat: the documents you need
Many people apply for each flat – landlords often choose those who bring complete documents right away. Here you can read what to prepare, what applies to the deposit and how to spot fake listings.
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How to spot fake job offers in Germany
Ads like “Work in Germany, flat and travel included” do not always come from honest employers. Here you can read how to spot a scam, how to check a company in a few minutes and what to do if it happens to you.
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Job ads almost always show the gross wage. We explain what is deducted from it, what tax classes are for and how to read your payslip.
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Working in Germany as a Moldovan: the plan from passport to first pay
With a Romanian or Bulgarian passport, citizens of the Republic of Moldova may work in Germany like all EU citizens. Here you will learn step by step what to prepare and what to do in your first weeks.
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Working in Germany with Russian: where Russian helps and why German matters
In Germany you hear Russian in warehouses, in production and in whole neighbourhoods. We show honestly where Russian really helps, where it gets hard without German and how to learn German cheaply.
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Forklift licence in Germany: what applicants need to know
In Germany, nobody may drive a forklift without proper qualification. We explain what the forklift licence (Staplerschein) is, how to get it and what applies to a certificate from abroad.
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Family reunification: bringing a spouse without an EU passport to Germany
If one spouse has an EU passport and works in Germany, the other spouse and the children may live and work here too – even with a passport from the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine or another country.
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- How it works: from the questionnaire to your first working day
- Current Jobs – October 2026
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Work in Germany with Accommodation
- Work in Germany Without German: What Really Works
- Work in Germany for Couples: Start Together
- Working in Germany with a Romanian Passport – a Guide for Moldovans with Two Passports
- Start Work in Germany Immediately: How Quickly Can You Begin?
- Moving to Germany and Registration: Step by Step
- Who Can Work in Germany Without a Visa?
- Accommodation Near Your Workplace
- Temporary Work Explained Simply – with Support in English and Russian