Expat Guide to Living in Dusseldorf

Whether you're already living in Dusseldorf or preparing to move to Dusseldorf, our Expat Guide to Living in Germany offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Dusseldorf. For answers to specific questions, visit our Germany Forum to talk with expats in Dusseldorf.

12 Tips for Living in Dusseldorf, Germany

A glimpse at expat life in Dusseldorf, Germany - from international schools to cost of living in Dusseldorf, expat clubs to recreational activities.

Culture Shock Report

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Dusseldorf handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Dusseldorf by filling out our Culture Shock Report.

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More Living in Dusseldorf Reports

What are people's priorities in Dusseldorf - 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 Dusseldorf:

Living in Dusseldorf, Germany

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Moving Overseas Report

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

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Reviews of Schools in Dusseldorf

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

International School of Duesseldorf in Duesseldorf, Germany

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Dusseldorf. If you are already living in Dusseldorf, 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 Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Dusseldorf by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working in Dusseldorf Reports

What's it like to find a job in Dusseldorf? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Dusseldorf? Below are some of the reports from expats in Dusseldorf:

Working in Dusseldorf, Germany

Working in Dusseldorf, Germany

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12 Expats Talk about What it's Like Living in Germany

Expats talk about living in Germany. From meeting people to adjusting to the German culture, expats offer a glimpse of life in Germany.

Expats talk about living in Germany. From meeting people to adjusting to the German culture, expats offer a glimpse of life in Germany. ...

Moving to Germany

Expats in Germany share 10 things they wish they had known before moving to Germany - from the importance of learning German to residency permits to understanding the culture and more.

Expats in Germany share 10 things they wish they had known before moving to Germany - from the importance of learning German to residency permits to understanding the culture and more....

8 Best Places to Live in Germany

Expats love Germany for its historic towns, festivals, Christmas markets and diversity. In this article, we cover 8 of the best places to live in Germany.

Expats love Germany for its historic towns, festivals, Christmas markets and diversity. In this article, we cover 8 of the best places to live in Germany....

An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Eifel , Germany

A couple from the UK discusses their decision to move abroad to reduce living costs and travel more. For now, they are living in Eifel, but the locals are not welcoming and they are considering moving again.

An Expat Talks about Moving to Munich, Germany

An expat living in Munich offers advice on moving to the southern German city. Great advice on getting a drivers license, renting a flat, and more.

An expat living in Munich offers advice on moving to the southern German city. Great advice on getting a drivers license, renting a flat, and more....