New members of the Germany forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021

Holly051194 wrote:

Hello everyone; new to the forum. I  live in the US and hae an interest in moving to Germany. I grew up there due to my father being in the American Army. I really miss it. I have an established career as a nurse and from thing that I am seeing it is difficult to become a nurse in Germany from the US. I have my master`s degree in Health Informatics as well. I have so many quetions about preparing for a move to Germany for me and my husband, finding a job, and a place to live.  I look forward to talking here on the forum.  Nice to meet everyone!!!

You will have to see if your nursing academic credentials are officially recognized. And I know an Argentinian nurse for example who had to wait in Germany for nearly 2 years to get this done.

A critical factor is your level of German. Some kids of US military learn it well and others not so much since they attended a US military school with English instruction. A nurse will need a B2 level of German which is a bit the restricting factor of present recruitment of foreign nurses to make up for the shortage in Germany. English is good in addition - but fluent German is a requirement.

Tom: I heard about C1 as requirement for a job as nurse - B2 is for starting the nursing apprenticeship (by the time you finish it, you are easily at C1).
But maybe individual employers (hospitals) do have some leeway here - those in less desirable locations (e.g. countryside) might need to be more open in order to fill their vacancies.

I found the German law pertaining to nursing and it only specifically states that one needs an "appropriate level" of German to do the job. But I don't find where they define it, although the law is very long. I am giving a link in German at the bottom of this post. The first link, from the same site, includes a few English paragraphs including the following quote and the source link.

“If you want to work in Germany as a geriatric nurse, or better: a nurse, you have to provide proof of language proficiency from a recognized provider, something from a Goethe-Institut or a telc-certified institute. Depending on the federal state, B1 or B2 according to the European Framework of Reference is necessary.”

https://www.pflege-deutschland.de/nursi … erman.htmlhttps://www.pflege-deutschland.de/pfleg … hnung.html

Thank you so much for the information. I am currently working on certifications for business analysis to coincide with my informatics degree one being SQL. Can you recommend some sites that I can browse to look for employment in Germany? Thank you again.

I speak decent German; do not think that it is a B level, but am taking classes to brush up on it. Thank you for the information that you posted. It is quite helpful.

Holly

Stepstone seems to be the best jobs site at the moment, at least in the technical field.

In addition to Stepstone there are other job sites including: indeed(de), monster(de),
Some helpful pages about this subject:

https://www.research-in-germany.org/en/ … rtals.htmlhttps://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/j … for-a-job/https://www.deutschland.de/en/topic/bus … ng-truffls

Hi guys!
Not sure I'll that move  100% but seems like I am quite interested in moving to Germany.
I am it specialist with wide background, traveler, and motorcycles lover.
Cheers to everybody

Hi, can someone guide me if 150k/Year a decent salary in Berlin & what kind of lifestyle it can provide for a family of 3people?

Devprags: Salaries are not defined by location (Berlin or not), but by job role, responsibility, etc. You gave no indication of those. But €150k/yr is a good salary that places you in a management level. You will be surprised how little of it is left after taxes and deductions, but it is still far above average for a family of three. Of course it is always possible to spend it all and still keep wanting, but that's up to you!

Thanks Beppi, I'm currently India Head of Operations a vertical in the Largest E-commerce Platform. But if I need to figure out the right compensation as per my current salary & Global Standards, what's the best way.

I'm not very fussy about the salaries, jus wanted to know what should be benchmarking. My current salary in India Fixed - €71k/year   €61k/year as Stocks Payout ---- Total around €130 k/Year with 30% Tax deduction from this.

The appropriate pay for any job is "as much as you can get". That doesn't help you, of course - and there is very little benchmarking etc. in Germany, as salary data is kept strictly private. I don't know what is usual for your industry and seniority, or how urgently the new employer needs you and how well you can negotiate. So I cannot be of much help here, sorry!
But I can tell you that life is far more expensive here, so even if your pay turns out to be similar in € terms, your lifestyle will not be. (Read up on the cost of having a household helper!)

Good afternoon all,

My name is Mick and my wife is Michelle. Currently still in Durban South Africa whilst my credentials are being evaluated in Germany.
I am a qualified Toolmaker in South Africa with an Olifantsfontein Red Seal certificate. I am also a qualified Red Seal Machinist which I obtained in Vancouver Canada. (I challenged the Canadian exam whilst there on holiday, and passed very well). I also hold a credential as a lecturer/asessor from Massachusetts USA.
My wife and I are looking towards Düsseldorf if I manage to the nod from authorities.
We're not fluent at all but are managing 3 hours daily to prepare. It is only fair and good manners on the country and people that will host us, to make an effort and command their Müttersprache.
Hope to get a lot of info from you nice people.
Salutations.
Mick and Michelle.

Mickolivier: Welcome to the forum. I like your attitude towards learning the language!
What are you going to do in Düsseldorf (e.g. work)?

Werkzeugmechaniker/Toolmaker.
I design and manufacture the Tool/device that make 100 thousand vehicle doors, for example. Anything metal or plastic, with a shape, is something I will make. Then put it into production. I am currently busy designing  a tool to make specific scissors used in Obstetrics. It clamps and cuts the Umbilical cord in a single movement.
I am a Master Tradesman (FeinHandwerker) in the Mechanical Engineering field.
Thank you for the interest.
Much obliged.

Hi this is Erkan;

Living in Berlin, having more than 10 years experience working as for e-commerce companies I have accumulated an extensive skill set and I have an in depth knowledge of Europe e-commerce business.
Best

Hi All,

Happy to be here, My name is George, I'm new in Cologne, anyone near me can connect with me and let share ideas.

Thanks

George

Hello i am new here. My name is Albjon. I am from Albania. I have a plan to go in Germany for work. I have a lot questions and i know a lot of thinks. I am auto electrical and for this job i am searching.

My wife and I would like to emigrate because I like to live in Germany because I want my family to live in a civilized environment.

Khaled: Welcome to the forum! Under which circumstances (and with which visa type) would you like to live in Germany? And how is your German (without which you will find it difficult here)?

Hi everyone,

I'm Alex and have living abroad since 2007 (India, Switzerland, UK and Germany - Berlin now).I am mainly working with e-commerce companies and startups and also running my own projects.
I'm a father of two children and I've managed to navigate through the whole system quite well, so let me know if you have questions regarding kids, Elternzeit (parental leave), daycare and so on. I've actually created a website where you can download all daycare options in Berlin: ***

Glad to join the community!

Hello Everyone,

I'm Laura. Me and my family will be arriving in Bonn from Colombia in Nov.

Hi everyone,

Just a quick introduction about me: Vietnamese single mom currently working in Singapore. I'm planning to relocate to Stuttgart and trying to schedule school for the kid and full time working hours.

Please feel free to add me as a friend if you're locating in Stuttgart.

Cheers,
Olivia

Am Roberts  an trying  to relocate to Hamburg  .From Italy how  can I get accommodation  please?

Huyen: We (Singaporean-German family) are in Stuttgart and can help you. Please feel free to send me a PM if you want to talk in private!
Unfortunately, school schedules and full time work are rarely compatible here, so you (and the kid) need to be willing to compromise.

Roberts: There is no point starting your accommodation search before arrival. So arrange a temporary place (hotel or service apartment) for the initial weeks and search when you're here!

Hallo, guten Tag!
  I am new here, my name is Midhat (Mida) and I am from Sudan, I live in Egypt, I am 36 years old and willing to relocate to Germany (my dream).
I am single, I work in computer and IT and customer services environment. I speak Arabic - English - Russian and not bad German. I wish if I could travel to Germany to live and work there forever. I wish you all best of luck!
Schönen guten Tag!

Marslot: Welcome to the forum - and good luck in trying to make your dream reality!

Hii.... I'm Hisyam from Malaysia..

I'm still in Malaysia but looking forward to move to Germany.

now I'm still learning german language and hopefully can get fluent. (wish me luck!!!)

I have experience in Mechatronic Engineering which I have Diploma in Mechatronic Engineering and also Bachelor Degree (B.Eng Hons) in Mechatronic Engineering from Malaysia local university.

I have experience for 10 years in teaching Mechatronic Subject such as PLC Programming, Electrical Motor System, Electro Fluid Power etc..

In the same time, I have interest in culinary world especially in asian culinary and more to malay cuisines.
I had a restaurant before in Putrajaya but cannot survive and had to closed down due to pandemic corona virus.

I'm thinking about getting a job in culinary andhope to have own restaurant for Malaysian@asian cuisines in the future. 

Or if i can't get job in culinary sector, I still can work in mechatronic engineering fields as technician or engineer there..

thank you..

Hi Hisyam, welcome to the forum!
You seem to be in a lucky spot, job-wise:
There is a lack of mechatronics technicians and engineers, although practical experience is more sought after than teaching. (My employer has vacancies in this area, so you may send me a PM.)
There is also a lack of restaurant personnel, especially cooks (but I am not sure whether Malaysian certificates in this field are recognised here).
But regarding your dream of an own restaurant: No place in Germany has sufficient Malaysians (or other Southeast Asians) to survive on their patronage alone. And, since your name sounds Muslim, let me add: At least 90% of your customers would not have your dietary restrictions - it is therefore difficult for a restaurant in Germany to survive without serving pork, and completely impossible without serving alcohol. But if you are flexible on these things, you are good to go!

I'm samir
I am Egyptian, and I currently live in Egypt. I have studied for three years in the field of architecture and hold a diploma in the construction and finishing department.
I want to settle and work in Germany

Hello m'y name IS Nassim m'y country in Algérie I am   mechanical engineer but I would like to work in Germany

Yousef Safi

I'm Jordanien, looking for a job in Germany. I use to work in Hotels Industry. I do hear that German country opened the door for outside jobs seeker, that's why I would like to move there

Yousef: Even more than elsewhere, the hospitality industry requires very good language skills. Are you speaking German at near-fluent levels? If not, don't waste your time looking for a job here!

Yousef Safi wrote:

Yousef Safi

I'm Jordanien, looking for a job in Germany. I use to work in Hotels Industry. I do hear that German country opened the door for outside jobs seeker, that's why I would like to move there

I have no idea in what context you mean this. Germany like all EU countries have tight restrictions for non-EU people to immigrate and work. One usually needs a degree and experience in a highly demanded field and EU persons are given priority. And one has to line up a job before getting the work visa to come, not the other way around. There is no "open door" for outside workers!

Hi,

I am Maryam, I have recently moved to Germany, Dresden. I am a Master student in TU of Dresden and I am looking for a good violin teacher.

Hi, Im Stoycho from Turkey, i will start IT job in Hamburg

Hi ! 
New here. American Citizen since 2018, born in Germany in 1968. Moved to USA when I was in my early twenties. Ready to go home but not sure how. I will listen to any pep-talk I can get because I have been homesick for 20 years.

Marion

mboles15 wrote:

American Citizen since 2018, born in Germany in 1968. Moved to USA when I was in my early twenties. Ready to go home but not sure how. I will listen to any pep-talk I can get because I have been homesick for 20 years.

Why did you give up your German citizenship in favour of a USA one, if you are that homesick?
This will now complicate your move and lower your chances tremendously!

beppi wrote:

mboles15 wrote:

American Citizen since 2018, born in Germany in 1968. Moved to USA when I was in my early twenties. Ready to go home but not sure how. I will listen to any pep-talk I can get because I have been homesick for 20 years.

Why did you give up your German citizenship in favour of a USA one, if you are that homesick?
This will now complicate your move and lower your chances tremendously!

One assumes the German citizenship was given up since this is standard when getting a non-EU one. But one can petition and sometimes be allowed to keep the German one; just not sure how plausible it is that it would be allowed when becoming American since it is usually based on uncertain conditions in the new country. But I personally would not have burned my bridges in that way especially if one were already homesick for Germany.

Unless it is for an extraordinary reason renunciation cannot simply be reversed. But returning to Germany would still be no harder than immigrating for any other American. The most likely route would be to try to line up  a professional job and get a work visa. Then one is on a pathway to eventual long term residency or possibly even naturalization to regain German citizenship.

The main advantage would be already fluently knowing the language and culture; and this is usually the largest obstacle for most foreigners.