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Hello, I’m Elliot. When I moved to Berlin in 2012, I didn’t know where to start.
   I made mistakes which meant everything was more difficult than it should have been.
  Since then, I’ve gone from almost zero German language skills to being able to speak the language of bureaucracy.
    I slowly began to understand how German bureaucracy works – and more importantly, how it doesn’t work.
    For most people, their first few weeks in Berlin is the most difficult, so I hope I can make that easier for you – because the quicker you get the admin sorted, the quicker you can enjoy life in Berlin!

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How I can help

Relocating or moving to Germany will involve a whole host of daunting organisation and bureaucracy.

Visas and
​work permits

Which German visa or work permit should you apply for? I’ll help you make the decision, and help with the appointments at government offices

Finding an apartment

Finding an apartment in Berlin can be a challenge. I’ll help you get all your paperwork together and work with you all the way to your successful apartment search

Registration

The Anmeldung is one of the most important things in German life. I’ll help you register at the Bürgeramt (government office) so you can get started on your Berlin life – and even offer a free Anmeldung generator to get you started

Tax numbers

I’ll help you get your German tax ID and social security number so you’re ready to start work

Insurance

Getting health insurance in Germany is a must – you can’t be here without it. I’ll help you make the right choices

Banking

I’ll help you find the right German Girokonto (current account), savings account or investment advice

SIM cards

I’ll help you find the right German SIM card deal so that you can keep in touch with home and work

Bringing your car

Bringing your car to Germany will involve lots of bureaucracy. I’ll help with everything from the TÜV vehicle tests to getting new number plates.

Utilities

When you move, you’ll need to choose a new electricity company. With my help, you can get a great deal

Finding a doctor

You’ll probably need to find an English speaking doctor in Berlin. I can help you find one nearby who speaks your language

Internet

Finding the best internet in Germany is difficult – so many choices! With my guidance, you’ll be up and running in no time

Moving your office to Berlin

Sometimes, you want to move your whole company to Berlin. I can help with finding an office in Berlin and relocating your staff

Free Anmeldung in English

The first challenge most people face is registering their address in Berlin – so we’ve written a free tool to help you complete your Anmeldung in English. It creates a PDF which you can print, sign, and take to the Bürgeramt with your passport or ID. For data protection, no information leaves your computer – it’s all processed on your device.

Book a coaching session

Either at my office in Berlin-Friedrichshain, or – if you’re not yet in Germany – by phone or video call. I’ll establish your needs, and explain each of the different steps you would need to take, giving concrete information about the offices you would need to go to, the websites to visit, and the order in which things need to be done. Here’s some of the things the meeting can cover:

  • Finding temporary accommodation
  • Getting yourself and your family registered
  • Getting health insurance
  • Getting your tax ID
  • Opening a bank account
  • Getting your apartment application pack together
  • Searching and applying for long term apartments
  • Finding everything you need to move into your apartment
  • Finding the best deals and register for gas, electricity, internet and phone (including mobile)
  • Applying for child benefits and school fee vouchers
  • Finding and registering for preschool and school places
  • Applying for a work permit/resident’s permit​

My experience will help ​to smooth your move

  
YEARS IN BERLIN
PEOPLE RELOCATED AND COACHED
CARS IMPORTED
SCHOOL PLACES FOR CHILDREN FOUND