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Life in Germany.

Practical guides on accommodation, health insurance, part-time work, settlement, and daily life as a student in Germany.

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Working while studying in Germany: rules, hours, and honest math

What international students can legally work in Germany: the 140 full days rule, Werkstudent contracts, minijobs, realistic wages, and what work can and can't cover.

Jul 22, 2026
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Life after your German master's: work, PR, and pathways forward

The 18-month job-seeker visa, EU Blue Card thresholds for 2026, the 2-year settlement route for graduates, and German citizenship after 5 years.

Jul 2, 2026
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Is studying in Germany free? The real cost for Pakistani students (2026)

Why German public universities charge no tuition, the two places that do, and what a two-year master's really costs a Pakistani student in 2026, line by line.

Jul 2, 2026