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Moving to Germany

Everything about moving to Germany. Costs, documents, tips and rates for your move.

Key facts 🇩🇪 Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 84,4 mln
Currency EUR (€)
VAT rate 19%
Language German
EU member Yes
Distance from NL ~450 km

Estimated moving costs

Indicative prices for moving from the Netherlands to Germany

Volume Housing type Estimated price Price range
20 m³ Apartment (2 rooms) €2.140 €1.930 — €2.460 incl. VAT
40 m³ Apartment (3 rooms) €2.480 €2.230 — €2.850 incl. VAT
60 m³ Terraced house €3.150 €2.840 — €3.620 incl. VAT
80 m³ Semi-detached / detached €3.830 €3.450 — €4.400 incl. VAT

Required documents

As an EU citizen, you have the right to live and work in Germany. However, some documents are required.

Tips for moving to Germany

1

Register at the Einwohnermeldeamt within 14 days of moving to your new German city.

2

The Anmeldung is essential — without it you cannot open a bank account.

3

The Schufa (credit registration) is important for renting in Germany.

4

Germany has strict Ruhezeiten (quiet hours) rules: no moving on Sundays.

5

Remember to register for Rundfunkbeitrag (broadcasting fee) — it is mandatory.

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