Expat Guide to Living in Munich

Culture Shock Report

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

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More Living in Munich Reports

What are people's priorities in Munich - 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 Munich:

Living in Munich, Germany

Living in Munich, Germany

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More Moving to Munich Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Munich? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Munich? Below are some of the responses from expats in Munich:

Moving to Munich, Germany

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Reviews of Schools in Munich

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

European School of Munich in Munich, Germany

Bavarian International School in Munich, Germany Munich International School in Munich, Germany

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Munich. If you are already living in Munich, 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 Munich by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby in Munich Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Munich? Below are some of the reports from expats in Munich:

Having a Baby in Munich, Germany

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Working in Munich Reports

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

Working in Munich, Germany

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