Settle

Hamburg is a wonderful city to live in

Catch up on housing, finance, insurance and local culture and soon you will call Hamburg home.

If you're planning on visiting, working or studying in Hamburg, you should be aware of which entry requirements apply to your situation.

Registering your new residence at the city authorities should be one of the first things you do after relocating to or within Hamburg.

Which steps should you take to successfully settle down in Hamburg? We've provided you with some useful tips.

In Germany, salary payments and other everyday transactions such as rent, insurances and phone bills are handled through a bank account.

The German social system includes health, long-term care, pension, unemployment and accident insurance.

Your health is first priority. Get introduced to the health system, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies in Hamburg.

Looking to meet others that share your interests, language, nationality or hobbies? Find out where Hamburg's communities hang out.

Love to dance or act? If you're looking for dancing classes, acting groups or just a good spot to enjoy a play, here you go.

Getting married? With its many romantic parks, lively party venues and chic hotels, Hamburg is a popular wedding destination.