Expat Guide to Living in Heidelberg

More Culture Shock Reports for Heidelberg

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Heidelberg handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Heidelberg:

Culture Shock in Heidelberg, Germany

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More Living in Heidelberg Reports

What are people's priorities in Heidelberg - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Heidelberg:

Living in Heidelberg, Germany

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Heidelberg? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Heidelberg? Help others moving to Heidelberg by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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Reviews of Schools in Heidelberg

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Heidelberg. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Heidelberg:

Heidelberg International School in Heidelberg, Germany Heidelberg International School in Heidelberg, Germany

Heidelberg International School-H.I.S. in Heidelberg, Germany The English Institute in Heidelberg, Germany

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Heidelberg. If you are already living in Heidelberg, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Heidelberg by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Heidelberg? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Heidelberg by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Heidelberg? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Heidelberg? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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