Tag: First 90 Days Abroad
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Why the First 90 Days After an International Move Aren’t Easy
The first three months after moving abroad… yeah, they can be really hard. Not chaotic, not disastrous. Just heavier than you expected. You might wake up feeling off. Your child, who was so excited for this move, now refuses school. Small tasks that used to take five minutes suddenly take an hour. And you wonder:…
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Moving Abroad with Kids? The Most Underestimated Outcomes
Moving abroad with kids usually starts with careful planning. Planning Visas. Researching Housing and Schools. Calculating budgets. Families typically approach these decisions thoughtfully and thoroughly. I remember ticking off boxes and feeling oddly proud of how organised we were — visas submitted, housing sorted, school applications sent. On paper, everything looked right. And yet, once…
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The Ultimate Packing Guide for Families Moving Abroad
Packing for an International Move Is More Than Logistics You’ve made the big decision to move abroad. Now that the decisions have been made and the visas underway, you’re wondering, “But what do I pack?!” For many families, packing feels like the final hurdle. Suddenly, you’re standing surrounded by things that made your home, well,…
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My First Month in Germany: 5 Lessons I Learnt the Hard Way
Updated by Tara on 09 February, 2026 My first month in Germany remains as vivid as ever in my mind. Our excitement of arriving in our new city with my little daughter. Delicious smells of the bakeries everywhere. The newness of everything. But that excitement didn’t last long. Within days of our arrival, my excitement…
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How to Decide: Public or International School in Germany?
Introduction Moving to Germany with kids brings with it a lot of questions. One of the biggest being: What’s the best school for my kids? Local public schools offer full language and cultural immersion, while international schools provide familiarity with language and approach. This choice sparks debate for a reason—your child’s schooling will shape not…
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Best Cities for Expat Families in Germany: Starting Your New Life
Starting the Search for a New Home Moving abroad with your family is a brave and beautiful decision. Whether for work, family commitments or you’re chasing a new adventure, this guide will walk you through the 7 best cities for expat families in Germany. With its strong infrastructure, high quality of life, excellent education system,…
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How to Register Your Address in Germany: Step-by-Step Guide
Registering your address in Germany: what is it? The rumours are true: moving to Germany includes a lot of bureaucracy. One of the first things you’ll have to manage after arriving is to register your address in Germany (Anmeldung). This is more than just a formality. Your Anmeldung will allow you to open a bank…
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Personalized Relocation Services: What You Need to Know
Relocating to Germany as a Family Did you know that expats recently ranked Germany 49th in a survey of 53 countries when considering their happiness abroad? The report claims “Expats are the among the loneliest and unhappiest worldwide”. Yikes! But you’ve decided to move to Germany. Now what? The challenges of moving abroad are not…
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German Bureaucracy: How to Conquer it
Surrounded by paperwork and no idea what to do next? Welcome to Germany! After five years in Germany, I’ve cracked the code to successfully managing Germany’s infamous bureaucracy. Until you’ve lived here, it’s hard to believe the tail-chasing systems Germany relies on to keep it functioning. Like that time the Ausländerbehörde sent me details of…
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The Frustrating Truth: Professional Registration in Germany
Professional Registration in Germany is required for a lot of professions. For many you you cannot work until you’ve received your professional registration from the local authority responsible for your field of work. I n my last post about qualification recognition in Germany, I outlined the difference between regulated and unregulated professions and shared my…
