Research has shown that many Dutch people would like to live in Germany. This is of course not without reason. This is due to the fact that emigrate to Germany brings many advantages. However, we must mention that every country also has its disadvantages. We will discuss all the pros and cons in this article so that you can make a good decision.
Moving to Germany
It is probably not without reason that you have decided to live in Germany. Maybe you know someone who lives in Germany and now you also want to live in Germany. Maybe you have been there on holiday often and have fallen in love with Germany. Maybe you have even read about all the advantages that the country brings with it. Of course, everything is possible and everyone has their own reasons for moving to Germany.
An emigration to Germany
As explained earlier, we want to try to give you a good idea of emigration to Germany in this article. That is why we also discuss a number of disadvantages in this article. A move to our neighboring country is of course not nothing and you have to take into account that they have different forms of conduct, different laws and a different culture,
Benefits of living in Germany
We would like to start with the advantages of a possible move to Germany:
Health insurance
Germany has a very good health care system because of its mandatory public health insurance fund. You will also end up a lot cheaper than with your Dutch insurance. In Germany you simply pay the premium for the public health insurance via a premium that your employer deducts from your salary and also pays for part of. If you have a higher income you can also opt for an additional private insurance. You can read more about their wonderfully well-organized health care system on our website.
The German language
Living in Germany of course also means that you have to be able to speak German. For many Dutch people, another language is no problem and German is certainly not. People often have a basic knowledge of the German language. Do you have no basic knowledge of German at all? Then you will get far with a starter course because of your knowledge of the Dutch language.
Housing market
Houses in Germany are considerably cheaper than in the Netherlands. Many people are sometimes surprised by this when they look at house prices online. House prices in Germany are actually a lot lower. Do you want to build a house and can you not afford it in the Netherlands? Then you can certainly consider living in our neighboring country. And as previously indicated, houses are also a lot more affordable there. Nowadays, a lot is also invested in new construction in Germany and the costs for these houses are also a lot lower than in the Netherlands.
Germany is of course a large country. As a result, it has a lot of building land available for when people want to build their own house. In our small frog country, we do not have this of course. Furthermore, Germany has far fewer rules regarding the construction of houses. This means that you have much more freedom to build your home the way you want. Furthermore, when buying a home, you can also enjoy various tax benefits. An example of this is the municipal taxes. These are also much lower in Germany than in the Netherlands. Furthermore, the German government is also generally investing in sustainable energy. As a result, you now receive a subsidy when you take energy-saving measures for your home.
Peace in Germany
Do you want more peace and quiet? Then you would be better off living in Germany. There are still many areas where there are hardly any traffic jams or rush hours. This also makes commuting more pleasant. There are also many small towns and villages in the areas that you can visit for a change. The peace and quiet is of course also due to the fact that there are many forests and beautiful nature reserves. So you have enough space to cycle or walk often.
Disadvantages of living in Germany
As previously stated, there are of course also disadvantages to moving to another country. So do you want to emigrate to Germany? Then read on quickly.
The German language
The language is also on our list of advantages, but also on the list of disadvantages. We assume that many Dutch people have a basic knowledge of the German language, but this does not have to be the case. Do you not have a basic knowledge of the German language? Then communicating will be quite difficult. So for a real emigration to the country it is wise to have a little command of the language. Therefore, do not hesitate to take a beginner's course in German before you actually move.
A different way of life
Germany not only has different laws, but also different etiquette. Unfortunately, emigration often goes wrong, because people think that they can quickly get used to the culture of a country. There are a number of things such as the previously mentioned etiquette, bureaucracy and peace that are different from the Netherlands. Peace? You might think now. Yes, peace. Many people do not know that Germans attach great value to traditions and often like the old. And this is also the case with Sunday, for example. You will certainly not be thanked if you mow the lawn on Sunday, for example. Many people cannot get used to these kinds of things, because they still restrict their freedom.
German bureaucracy
You might think at first that you are used to a few things in the Netherlands, but German bureaucracy is notorious. There are a number of things that require a lot of paperwork. Also, the documents are often only written in official German, which can make it difficult for you to arrange your affairs properly. Arranging something is certainly not a fun task in Germany, but it never is, is it?
Your situation
Emigration is a very big step anyway. That is why we completely understand that people find it a bit scary. Of course, we do not know what your personal situation is, but when emigrating, you will really have to do your best to build a new life.
Hiring a moving company for your move
Have you been able to make a decision and have you decided to take the step? Then you should also not forget that you have to hire a moving company for your move. You are now really moving to Germany and of course you want to move your belongings with you.
Moving costs
It is difficult for a moving company to make a good price calculation without further background information. That is why it is so difficult to find the costs for this online. This has to do with the fact that the costs for a move depend on your preferences and expectations. For example, the size of your belongings or where you are moving to also influences the price.
Compare free quotes
You can end up considerably cheaper with one moving company than with another. That is why it is best to request quotes from several moving companies. We understand that you do not have time to contact all these moving companies, so we are happy to help you with this. At Moova you can easily request free quotes from several moving companies. This way you can calmly see where you will end up a lot cheaper with the price and you can make the right choice with peace of mind. This is of course completely without obligation!
Finally
We would like to mention in this article that our pros and cons do not necessarily have to be yours and vice versa. That is why it is best to compile a list for yourself to see what appeals to you the most. Furthermore, we wish you success with your emigration!
