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The page will provide people with information on why they should come to Germany for further studies, employment and career building.

26/08/2026

Moved to Germany and still have income back home? 🌍

Your German salary may not be the only income relevant when filing your German tax return.

Depending on your tax residency, the type of income and the applicable double-taxation agreement, foreign income may need to be considered in Germany - even where Germany does not ultimately tax that income directly.

This can be particularly important in the year you move to Germany.

Disclaimer: WhyGermany.org is not a tax consultancy and this post does not constitute tax advice. It is provided for general informational purposes only. Individual circumstances can differ, so please consult a qualified tax adviser (Steuerberater) for advice on your situation.

Sources: German Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) and German Income Tax Act (EStG).

18/08/2026

Is Germany getting rid of Minijobs?

You may have seen the headlines. But the answer, at least for now, is no.

Minijobs still exist, and the earnings limit remains €603 per month on average in 2026. In 2027, it is set to rise to €633.

What is changing is the cost for employers.

From 1 January 2027, the employer’s flat-rate health insurance contribution for commercial Minijobs is expected to rise from 13% to around 17.5%. This change is already law.

Another change is being planned: the Minijob flat tax is proposed to rise from 2% to 5%. But this is not yet enacted law.

And then there is the bigger debate.

Germany’s Pension Commission has recommended ending the special tax and social-security status of Minijobs, with a possible exception for school pupils. That recommendation could lead to a much bigger reform, but Minijobs have not currently been abolished.

For students and newcomers, that distinction matters.

📌 €603 limit in 2026
📌 €633 limit in 2027
📌 Higher employer health contribution from 2027
📌 2% → 5% flat tax currently planned
📌 Wider Minijob reform still under discussion

When reading German headlines, always ask:

Is it already law? Is it a proposal? Or is it only a recommendation?

Save this if you are studying, working or planning to move to Germany.

13/08/2026

𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘀.

After 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲, one lesson stands out clearly: immigration is not just about getting a visa. It is about building a life.

For students, professionals and families planning their Germany journey, the 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 matter more than most people realize.

𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 is not just a certificate. It is your safety net for daily life, contracts, healthcare and confidence.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 is not just about 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲. Public universities are highly respected and often low-cost, but private options can also work if you do proper due diligence.

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 is not limited to Berlin, Munich or Frankfurt. Many strong employers, including Germany’s “𝗵𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀”, are based in smaller cities where living costs may be lower and hiring can be more accessible.

And most importantly, speed should not replace preparation.

Before you arrive, invest time in your qualifications, documentation, finances, research and plan.

Germany can offer fairness, security and opportunity, but only when you come prepared.

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