Your Guide to Driving in Germany: International Driver's Permit and Flying Brooms
Relo Berlin
Hitting the road in Germany? ReloBerlin keeps you in the fast lane with this guide to navigating German driver's licenses and International Driving Permits (IDPs) for our non-EU friends. Part 1: Gearing Up - Do You Need a German License? EU Citizens: Cruise on your home country's license for up to six months. Afterward, or if you're not from the EU, you might need a German license, especially after becoming a resident (usually after 185 days). Part 2: Choosing Your Path - Translation vs. IDP Translation (ADAC): Need your license translated if it's not in German and your country lacks...
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Woofs, Meows & How-Tos: Your Guide to Adopting & Caring for Pets in Germany + Extra: Cats, Cauldrons, & Conspiracy: The El-Wises and the Rise of German Beer
Relo Berlin
Hey fabulous folks, welcome back to Relo Berlin! Your host Seku here, slaying the bureaucracy beast and spilling the tea on all things Deutschland. Today, we're diving into a purrfectly juicy topic: pets in Germany. Whether you're a seasoned cat lady or a dapper dog dude, this episode is your guide to navigating pet ownership in Berlin like a pro. The Legal Stuff In Germany and Berlin, pet ownership is regulated by federal and local laws. Here's a breakdown of the key things to know: Legal Pets: Think cats, dogs, hamsters, birds, and fish – these are your furry and feathery friends you...
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Job Search in Germany: Your Ultimate Guide (from Cover Letters to Interviews) and some feminine witchy literature. Bonus: Exhibition in Halle
Relo Berlin
This episode is packed with everything you need to dominate your job search in Germany! We tackled crafting a killer cover letter in the previous episode, and now we're diving deep into the interview process. Here's a quick recap of the cover letter episode: Write in the same language as the job posting (German if required). Aim for 250-400 words (1500-2500 characters). Include relevant keywords from the job description. Proofread and use resources like Grammarly or Hemingway Editor. Tailor your cover letter for each position. Now, let's conquer those interviews! The Process: Application...
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Crafting Your Berlin CV: Insider Tips for German Job Applications and Enchanting Stories of Witchy Potions
Relo Berlin
Welcome back to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, we're diving into the intricacies of finding a job in Berlin, catering to different experience levels and language abilities. Whether you've just graduated, have a few years of experience, or are a seasoned professional, there are strategies to help you navigate the job market in the vibrant capital of Germany. Just Graduated: If you've recently graduated and are eager to kickstart your career in Berlin, consider these tips: Where to Apply: Explore online job portals like Indeed, StepStone, and LinkedIn. Check out company websites directly for...
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Know your rights! Tenant's association & The division of Germany
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! It has been a while, but now that the fall is officially here is time we get back on track! As we are now in our 2nd season, I want to dig deeper in that reality check you need to make sure you know your rights as a tenant. Today my main focus is reminding you that you are either paying TOO MUCH RENT Soon you will find a post in our Instagram account regarding the 2 types of rent reduction: Mietendeckel Mietpreisbremse Stay tuned if you want to know if you can apply to them to lower your rent without 3rd parties...
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Room in a shared flat and Techo: the original soundtrack of Berlin
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! Wow! Here we are in our second season! Where I will be focusing on a more realistic approach to planning your next chapter in Berlin ;). Thank you for listening Finding a flat is not only an Odyssey, it has also become really expensive to live here. It is important to have a realistic view and plan accordingly. But I really want to move to Berlin, I have no savings and I speak 0 German. Can i still do this?! ABSOLUTELY! But is NOT going to be easy If you have a limited budget, is better to apply for shared flats: ...
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Summer in Berlin. Refreshing plans for the sun season
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, I want to congratulate you if you have gone through your relocation process with me. Thank you! Now is where I would insert that famous singer meme saying that "I wanna thank me" because this is the LAST episode of the FIRST season. 10 episodes already?! If you have lived enough summers in Germany, you have already seen A LOT: FreiKorperKultur (FKK) Nudism is a big part of German culture. Do not underestimate it! But if you are still looking for refreshment, today is your lucky day! Because I have...
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Kitavoucher: Find a kita and keep your sanity. Anna Lette: how women fought for women to access superior education
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, we will prepare to find a Kita. And the first step will be getting your Kitagutschein! If you have children under 6 years old, you can enroll them in the following: Kinderkrippe (from 8 weeks to 3 years old) Kita or Kindergarten (ages between 3 and 6, in either half or full day between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm) But finding a Kita can take between 6 months to 18 months depending on the city you are in. It is actually a harder process than finding an apartment! But I know EXACTLY what you can do ...
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The German Educational System & Lina Morgenstern: From the Kita to making early-life decissions
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, we will prepare to understand the German educational system! If you have children under 6 years old, you can enroll them into the following: Kinderkrippe (from 8 weeks to 3 years old) Kita or Kindergarten (ages between 3 and 6, in either half or full day between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm) When they grow, and they get to elementary school and secondary school (mandatory from age 6 to age 14) Hort or Schullhort To get some extra hours Elementary schools are between the ages of 6 and 10 and starts...
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Entry protocol: Keep your deposit! & Spy-love in west Germany.
Relo Berlin
Welcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, we will prepare to enter your long-term flat! Getting a flat is exciting, but doing things right will help your future self: Check the contract and review it with a professional A Relocation agent might help But a lawyer will be able to explain you further details https://www.mietervereine-in-berlin.de/ A comparative between different tenant asassociationsI especially like the Mieterschutzbund Entry protocol () Guarantor in case you cannot pay the deposit () My favourite comparisor portal: Check24.de ...
info_outlineWelcome back another Wednesday to ReloBerlin!
In today's episode, I want to congratulate you if you have gone through your relocation process with me. Thank you!
Now is where I would insert that famous singer meme saying that "I wanna thank me" because this is the LAST episode of the FIRST season.
10 episodes already?!
If you have lived enough summers in Germany, you have already seen A LOT:
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FreiKorperKultur (FKK) Nudism is a big part of German culture. Do not underestimate it!
But if you are still looking for refreshment, today is your lucky day! Because I have a present for you to celebrate that is finally warm enough to enjoy something to eat out in the sun
If you visit any of them, I would love to know your thoughts and what your experience is. Please, remember to bring an extra bag to keep your trash and do not forget your sunscreen! ;)
Want to travel around Germany for 50€ a month?
You probably already have the Deutschlandsticket
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You need to reserve a spot if you want to do it online
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But you will get it done with ease at any of the BVG's customer centers in Berlin.
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It literally took me 10 minutes as the queue was luckily not too long at Alexanderstr under the week almost at closing time.
- You can reserve it from the first of the following month
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- It is a yearly ticket, but you can cancel anytime at least a month ahead
- Make sure to cancel your contract properly and in writing, with the date and your hand signature.
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You will only be able to take regional trains. So if you are planning to travel somewhere that it would take over 3 hours of driving, maybe it is better to book some ICE or fast train tickets.
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You will be able to check the connections and the estimated time of travel with regional trains only here:
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On another note... ;)
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Here is the song "Es kamen Menschen an" by Cem Karaca
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And if you want to try a Kebab, since I am a vegetarian I cannot give you any personal references, but here are a few options I have heard good things about
- If you want to know more about the "multi-culti" city of Berlin, and it's history, we will be talking about the impact of the Turkish culture and the "Gastarbeiter" as well with the grafitti as part of Berlin's charm in our Alternative tour
- Every Sunday during June at 16:00 from Hackescher Markt Sbahn (Meeting point in front of the Starbucks)
- 20€
- 3 hours
- Booking must be done at least 24 hours in advance by writing us here with the reference "Alternative tour", the Sunday you want to participate and how many in your party.
I hope you have enjoyed this episode and I wish you a lovely summer!
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Until 2 Wednesdays!