University or Apprenticeship: A Decision Guide After the Abitur
University or apprenticeship after the Abitur? Compare learning venues, qualifications, pay and deadlines, then check which path fits your goals.
Lionel Hasse
Notice Period in a Shared Room in Germany: When You Can Move Out
Which statutory notice period applies to residential tenancies in Germany, how the notice date works in a shared flat and what to check. Updated November 2026.
Bürgergeld or New Grundsicherung: The Differences
Since July 2026 Bürgergeld is called Grundsicherungsgeld in SGB II. What changed for assets, housing costs, benefit cuts and appointments.
Mini-Job Pension Exemption: What Has Applied Since July 2026
An exemption from pension insurance in a mini-job can be withdrawn once since 1 July 2026. How the withdrawal works under § 6 SGB VI. Last updated November 2026.
Medicine Without a Top Abitur: Admission Routes Explained
Medicine places are allocated through quotas, tests and university selection procedures. This overview shows which routes exist without a top school leaving grade and how they are weighted.
Garnishment Exemption 2026: What Stays Protected in Your Account
Since 1 July 2026, 1,587.40 euros a month stay protected from an account garnishment. Learn how support allowances and the P-account work together.
Psychotherapeutic Consultation: What It Is and How to Book It
What the psychotherapeutic consultation in Germany covers, how many units the guideline provides, how to book an appointment and what to know about costs.
Three-Year Fast-Track Naturalisation Abolished: Students
The three-year route to German citizenship has been removed. Since 30 October 2025, the entitlement arises after five years at the earliest.
Sick note from the first day: do I have to see a doctor right away?
Today a sick note is due only after more than three calendar days of incapacity. A requirement from day one is planned but not yet law. Last updated November 2026.
Musterung from Birth Cohort 2008: Who Has to Attend
The Musterung obligation starts with birth cohort 2008, according to the Bundeswehr. Earlier cohorts are not currently planned. The most common questions answered.
