Whether you are moving abroad for the first time or relocated multiple times before, the process raises many questions. Our complete guide to relocation will ease your doubts along the way, from the initial preparations to how to negotiate a relocation package, we help you GO! prepared with the key answers.

Before you get carried away with stuffing boxes and booking flights, you need to bear in mind some important factors about the process of moving to Germany. Shipping your household goods to Germany can be simple if you follow government guidelines and those laid out in the Relocating section of our Moving to Germany guide.

In terms of speed, air freight will almost always be the quickest way to move your belongings from your home country to Germany. Speed comes at a price though—air freight is the most expensive delivery method. Shipping your items by sea is considerably cheaper, but there is the obvious downside that you will be waiting longer for your cargo to arrive. If you already live in the European Union, you have another, cheaper option: Driving your goods to Germany, a process that can be completed in two to three days. At InterNations GO! we arrange reliable moving and shipping services tailored to your needs. Contact us to find out more about our international Moving and Shipping Services.

Moving to Germany with pets is entirely possible, but you will need to have your dog or cat microchipped. If you are importing them from within the EU/EEA, they will also need a European Pet Passport. You should also be aware that so-called dangerous breeds are banned. Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and Bull Terriers are not allowed to be imported or transferred into Germany.

Moreover, there are different vaccinations required for relocating pets to Germany. All cats, dogs, and ferrets need to have proof that they had a rabies vaccination after they were microchipped. A tapeworm treatment is not required for your dog to enter Germany.