Workers in Germany get a day off on Thursday October 3rd to mark German reunification. How are shops, transport and medical services affected by the public holiday?

The tax submission deadlines in Germany vary wildly depending on the year, and how you file. We break down the dates to know for this year, and beyond.

One of the most difficult things about moving to a new country is immersing yourself in the culture and history. Here are eight effortless ways to deepen your knowledge of Germany.

There’s a fair amount of stress that comes with buying your dream home in Germany – which can be made a lot worse if you feel you need to back out of the purchase. But if you find yourself in that position – here’s how.

You’re as likely to hear this word on a stormy day as you are around small children.

Now that Germany allows dual citizenship, many long-time residents are thinking about naturalising as German while keeping their current passport. What documents do people need to apply?

If you’re not one to follow the crowd, this German phrase may be ideal for you.

Plenty of foreigners in Germany are focusing on getting their citizenship applications ready now that the new law allowing dual citizenship is in force – but what papers should you get once you finally have it?

As the holidays rapidly approach, there are plenty of strange German Christmas traditions that exist in local regions harking back to pagan days. From Santa’s henchman to festive prune-sculptures, here’s a look at four you may not know.

Visitors entering Germany from outside the Schengen zone might have to show documents at the border. Here’s what to keep in mind when writing a visa invitation letter for people to visit you from abroad.