Your practical guide to Germany: Paperwork, culture and everyday life
Webinar overview
Moving to Germany isn’t just about paperwork or learning a few phrases—it’s about understanding how life here really works. In this interactive 60-minute webinar, content manager Valentina, German teacher Paul, and expat guest Ciara will walk you through everything you need to know to feel at home. You’ll learn how to navigate German bureaucracy with confidence, decode the country’s unique cultural habits, and discover how to build real connections and routines that make daily life smoother. Through expert insights, personal stories, and practical tips, you’ll leave ready to handle the essentials and enjoy your new chapter in Germany.
Topics covered
- Mastering bureaucracy and everyday paperwork
- Understanding German culture and daily customs
- Connection, community & belonging
- German phrases for real-life situations
- Live Q&A
Featured Speakers
Valentina Rampazzo
Valentina is an Italian writer and content manager based in Berlin. She has experienced all stages of integrating into life in Germany, from learning the language to navigating bureaucracy. Valentina will share her expert insights with you.
Ciara Gillan
Ciara is a senior copywriter at Lingoda. She has been living and working in Berlin for seven years. Her hobbies include filmmaking, storytelling and watching sports. All of which have led her to discover new and interesting ways to immerse herself in German culture.
Jessica Schnase
Jessica is a Senior Content Manager at Lingoda. She will stay in the background during the webinar, moderating the room and answering your questions live in the chat.
Paul Hartmann
Paul is a German teacher based in Barcelona with a deep passion for learning languages. This love for learning sparked his enthusiasm for teaching his native tongue, German. In our webinars, he will share insights into the German language.
