Social security rights in Germany

If you are a skilled professional returning to Germany after a longer stay abroad, your prospects of getting a foot back on the ladder are excellent. If you have been seconded to a post abroad, your company will likely refer you to a relocation agency that will provide you with all the necessary information. And […]
Best schools in Germany to send your children to

Overall, there is a good quality education system in Germany with a number of trusted institutions at every level. In Germany, schooling is compulsory from the ages of 6-15. In Germany, there is a combination of state-managed, private and international schools. Children go to primary school until age 10, at which point they will join […]
Expat’s guide on the German tax system

The starting rate of income tax is 14 per cent, which increases gradually to 45 per cent. The top tax rate is on taxable income of $277,826 per year and above. This is doubled when it comes to married couples who file joint returns. Less than 9,984 euros annual income is not taxed. You are […]