FAQs about HalloGermany

  • Our services were specifically designed for internationals. We offer a lot of free information that'll help you get started with your job search. Check out our step-by-step guide for jobseekers, articles and videos.

  • Currently we do not run a candidate database. When we receive specific matching requests from companies, we share them via our newsletter and on our social media channels. Sign up for the mailing list in the footer and follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date.

  • Feel free to drop us an email at hallo@hallogermany.com. To get to know us a bit better, do also visit our YouTube channel or sign up for one of our events.

  • Unfortunately, we currently do not provide any services on this topic. However, we work a lot with universities in Germany and support international students in their career entry. The most reliable source of information about study programs and universities in Germany is the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). The German Academic Exchange Service promotes the international relations of German universities and student unions and is mainly financed by federal funds. Therefore, you can get the most reliable information about studying in Germany from the DAAD, and it's all free of charge. We have also compiled a list of videos with the most important information about studying in Germany, which you can find here.

  • HalloGermany does not provide and legal advice. We highly recommend consulting a specialized lawyer for any legal concerns you may have.

FAQs about job search in Germany

  • We have compiled a step-by-step guide for jobseekers and an extensive list of job platforms in Germany that you can find here. Good luck with your job search!

  • Read this free step-by-step guide on how to find a job in Germany. These tips will shorten the process and help you land your first job!

  • German is the main language of communication in everyday life and the working language in many companies. So you will need it one way or the other. How much German you need to know varies a bit depending on the field you want to work in and the city you move to. Nevertheless, it can generally be said that German language skills will definitely increase your job chances. An exception are software developers or related professions. To find out how much German you need to know to apply for your visa, we recommend the visa quick check by the federal website Make it in Germany and our interview with a visa expert on our YouTube channel. And if you are really motivated, you will find the right tips to start learning German straight away in this article!

  • It depends on your qualifications, your nationality and also the kind of job you will be working in. Watch this video of our event with a visa expert where we explained the visa procedure and requirements to get a work visa. If you are interested in a job seeker visa, here is an explainer video of the application process and job seeker visa requirements. Another helpful source of information is the website Make it in Germany which is run by the Federal Government in Germany and offers a visa quick check.

  • Watch this video in which we discuss whether German employers offer visa support or not.

  • Yes, absolutely. In Germany, however, a lot of attention is paid to the details in the job advertisement and it is important that you consider this in your application. If you don't meet all the listed qualification requirements, it is essential to explain why you think you are suitable for the job and how you plan to build up the missing qualifications. This motivation can best be expressed in your cover letter. In this video, we have tested a free cover letter generator that will help you get started with a great cover letter template.

  • Here is an article that will help you figure it out: How to calculate the right salary level and negotiate it.

  • Yes, this is also common in Germany. However, we would recommend you to write a friendly e-mail with the question for feedback instead of calling the person directly. Watch this video to get some insights into why applicants get rejections.

  • Here are the first must-do steps in Germany to get you going after your arrival .

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We know from our own experience how challenging it can be to move to Germany and master work and bureaucracy in a foreign country. Save yourself some of these hassles, take a look at our articles and videos or book one of our services.