What's life like as a foreigner in Germany?

We headed to Munich to meet with as many nationalities living in Germany. Life can be hard for us foreigners, but we want to know what it's like for as many people as possible massive thank you again!

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[lollal]

Nice video, for me as a German it's really important that foreigners, no matter where they're from, feel comfortable here and it's always a pleasure to hear when people are enjoying their time here ! :)

[wokeaf]

As an introvert dude, life is bloody awesome in Germany, nobody judges you, nobody approaches you, nobody bores you, it is heaven on earth! 🤣

[paulprog]

I had an african classmate back in the day in german school, he was a french native speaker and he was able to speak english as well. He struggled with lerning german and couldn't understand everything in german class lesson's. I spoke with him since first day in english and help him to translate the test question's, how to write/pronounce the german word for his answer or i was there for a chat. Now he is a german sport teacher in german grade school. I'm really happy for him, he was able to settle in and find his place in germany.

[HRTZG]

Learning the language is key. Had similar experiences in France. Learned the language, boom, instantly huge increase in quality of life. The german language is hard, but not learning it and staying for a longer time or even live in Germany will be harder on you, I guarantee you.

[mquarkov]

As a Ukrainian, I moved to Germany at the age of 13. It was tough for me to socialize since others rejected me because of the language barrier. It's been 5 years since then. I'm about to finish gymnasium and my life has become a little easier. Anyway, my advice to the newcomers would be to start learning the language as soon as they can.

[broccolipropaganda]

The first year in Germany was difficult for me (2011). I didn’t yet speak the language fluently and my paycheck was very low. I went to language courses every evening after work so didn’t have any social life. On the weekend I didn’t have energy or money to leave my studio to do things which was very far from everything. Bureaucracy was also a struggle, as I was not European.

Once I learned the language after a year and could make more money, things started to pick up. I loved it. I stayed for 11 years and I completely integrated myself into the society. I felt at home. I felt German. So after 8 years, I applied for a German nationality and got it.

I don’t feel like a foreigner anymore. And most people don’t realize I am a foreigner.

[Marharyta_]

I moved to Germany a month ago. The difficulty for me is that there is a lot of bureaucracy here. It's also much colder here than in my hometown. I like the fact that the people here are very friendly, and also here I feel safe. I started learning German, a rather difficult language, but without it it is quite difficult here. In general, everything is new and unusual, but so far I like it. Germany received us quite warmly. Thank you

[kaicaylen]

I can write a whole thesis on moving to Germany as a foreigner. I have the same experience with all the people in the video. The Termin culture to absolute everything is ridiculous. I had to get up at 6:30 am everyday for a month straight to get a Termin for visa application. I was constantly on my phone in order to get an apartment that is suitable for student. *The mental struggle and stress for moving to Germany is incredibly high, to a point it is like a test for your determination to move here.* I envy the EU citizen who can just move here in a blink, yet as an Asian, the process is so difficult. Now from time to time I still struggle with this Termin thing. But I can see why lots of people try to come here to build a life in Germany, because it provides stable and safe life.

[guerreiro]

As someone who has been considering going to Germany after I graduate from college I find these videos to be super interesting. Please keep them coming!

[dot-rain]

That guy from Afghanistan has the most amazing voice, wow.

[einarthegolden]

I see you've incorporated my suggestion about the countries being on screen! It definitely made it way easier to watch! You're the 🐐, cheers!

[lilkirsche]

As a self-employed German I can confirm that our bureaucracy is killing motivation, creativity and courage. So no wonder everyone from abroad struggles with it. 👀

[murilosaade]

Man, I loved your channel. The background music is so cozy, and the atmosphere is so good.

[Salford]

The Brazilian man gave two completely different stories. Initially, he said he came as a child with his family. Then he changed it to say he owned a bar from the age of 14 where he met a German girl who invited him over.
It was all a bit bizarre.

[adriacortesabad]

Living in Germany as a Spaniard 🇪🇦 was the most satisfying thing in my lifetime. When I told that I was from Spain people directly smiled to me greatfully. People loves Spain in Germany 🇪🇦🤝🏻🇩🇪❤️

[tubemd]

im moving to munich in the next few months, ive been there in May, love Münich
coming as an italian, love yall

[sumbaltasawwar]

I think that guy said he was from Pakistan, but in the video its labelled Afghanistan.

[lottecooper]

10:02 I'm so surprised that the Australian girl came to Germany at 15 and later says it was "when corona was still quite there", so she's like...17 max? Wow I thought she'd tell stories from 10 years ago :o

[aikoralambo]

When a French person is speaking English it is always more entertaining ^^

[nipunadodan]

The Scot said, everybody speaks English and the Egyptian said it's very hard to find a person who is willing to speak in English. That tells you a story.