For workers

New job site or new industry in Germany? What applies to your contract, notice period, pay, housing and onboarding — with a checklist and FAQ.

Working on a German construction site? Learn what the safety induction covers, which protective gear your employer must provide and what to do after an accident.

Construction helper on German building sites: typical tasks, working hours, protective equipment, construction minimum wage and what to bring to get started.

Quiet hours, waste separation, cleanliness and fire safety: what house rules in staff accommodation cover and how to get along with colleagues and neighbours.

When must the employer pay wages? Due dates, minimum wage, advances, payslip and what to do if your pay does not arrive.

Working in Germany while living abroad: what the 183-day rule means, when Germany taxes you and what to know about wage tax and tax ID.

Before you travel to work in Germany: ten key questions on contract, pay, accommodation, insurance, documents and travel, with clear answers.

Kitchen helper in hotels and restaurants: duties, working hours, hygiene rules, IfSG briefing and minimum wage. What to know before you start.

The Deutschlandticket starts on 1 May 2023 at €49 a month. What it covers, how to book and cancel it, and what workers should know.

Changing work locations, assembly jobs and long trips: who pays travel, accommodation and meal allowances in Germany? What employees should know.