The majority of taxpayers received a boost at the start of this year as the so-called 'Solidarity tax' or 'Soli' was almost entirely abolished. Here's what you need to know.
The coronavirus crisis has put a particular burden on working parents. For those struggling to care for their children while working, there are a few paid options for time off.
British citizens who live in Germany are being wrongfully barred from fights, despite having negative coronavirus tests and documents which prove their residency status.
From a stricter measles vaccination requirement to digitalisation of doctors' appointments and prescriptions, here's what you can expect from January 2021 onwards.
The rights of Brits living in Germany might be protected under the Brexit deal but that doesn't mean all local officials in Germany are to date and clued up about the rules. Many Britons will still face bureaucratic headaches so here's what to do about it.
Now the Brexit transition period has ended, Britons will start to notice some differences - especially when travelling between Germany and the UK. Here's what is set to change.
There are quite a few new laws coming into force at the start of next year, and many of them promise savings for the average household. We look at the key changes you should know about.
British people in Germany have been advised to carry extra documents with them if they travel when the transition period ends on December 31st. Here's what you should keep in mind.
A key Brexit date is looming at the end of the year, but for British people in Germany, there are some other important dates to be aware of in the coming months.
There are conflicting messages about whether people can or should travel during the festive holidays. Here's what we know about travelling in Germany, abroad and what politicians are saying.
The east German state of Saxony avoided the worst of the first wave of the pandemic back in March, but this time around cases have exploded there. Why has that happened? Here are a few theories.
Coronavirus fatigue has hit many in Germany, and it's lead to less solidarity more of stress as the country entered a stricter lockdown this week, writes Barbara Woolsey.
This year more than ever we all want to keep in touch with our loved ones. So if you're sending a letter or parcel from Germany, keep these dates in mind.
With just over a week before Christmas, Germany is closing all non-essential shops, banning alcohol in public and has changed its festive celebration rules. Could this action have come sooner?
There is talk of an imminent lockdown in Germany as daily coronavirus cases go up again. What's going on? We look at the facts in the current situation.
Foreigners in Germany often choose to go home and visit their families during the festive season. We asked what they plan to do this year during the pandemic.
Starting December 13th, German national railway Deutsche Bahn will kick off several new routes, as part of a larger improvement plan. Here's what you need to know.
