Our relocation services support you throughout your move so you can make Berlin your home. We guide you through the bureaucracy, help you find the flat of your dreams, and generally help you settle into work, freelancing or family living.

Every relocation case is different, and whether it’s getting a German visa, reuniting your family or simply moving to a new home in Berlin, the experience is up-close and personal. We keep the process clear and simple, with transparent pricing, delivered with empathy, realism and kindness.
Expats In Wonderland was founded out of a community of international expat freelancers, artists and employees who needed help battling through German bureaucracy. We work with individuals and companies, and are partnered with immigration lawyers.

Germany has the following benefits:

Germany offers a high-quality education system, including free or low-cost public schooling and tuition-free higher education for both domestic and international students. This makes it an attractive destination for families and students.
Germany ranks high in terms of quality of life, with excellent public services, clean cities, and a good balance between work and leisure. T

Downsides of Germany:

While the healthcare system is excellent, it can be costly for those who are not part of the public system or who need to pay for private health insurance. Navigating the health insurance options can be confusing for newcomers.
Germany has a progressive tax system with relatively high income taxes, especially when compared to some other countries.
High cost of living.

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National D Visa
Visa for employment enables you to travel to Germany and apply for a residence permit with the local immigration office (Ausländerbehörde) or pursue an economic activity during the validity of the visa.
$ 75.00
Employment Visa
According to the “Act on the Residence” that regulates the residence issue for foreigners in Germany, the categories eligible to apply for a German Employment Visa are as follows: Highly qualified foreigners, in particular: researchers with special technical knowledge teaching personnel in prominent positions or scientific personnel in prominent positions Intra-corporate transferees, in particular: managers specialists
$ 80.00
Freelance Visa
The Freelancer Visa you receive at the Embassy is valid for three months, during which you have to enter Germany and apply for a residence permit, which then replaces the visa. If you are from the USA, Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, or South Korea, you can simply travel to Germany, get your accommodation, health insurance, and Tax Office registration settled, then apply for a Freelancer Residence Permit at the Ausländerbehörde. You do not need an entry visa. Once you have your Freelancer Visa, then you can travel to Germany. This is when you can make an appointment at the Ausländerbehörde and start preparing your documents. One of the main things you need to do is find potential clients who can support your application (if you haven’t already done so).You must have an adequate pension plan if you are over the age of 45. This means that by age 67, you must have either: A monthly pension of €1,332.36 for a minimum of 12 years; or Assets amounting to at least €194,631.
$ 100.00
Artist Visa
Artists coming to Berlin with the intention to stay longer and need a visa for doing so, sooner or later hear about the mysterious Artist Visa. The artist visa, is a special residence permit (a subcategory of the freelance visa, §21), which only can be obtained in Berlin. If you live in another city in Germany, you would have to apply for the “regular” freelance visa.
$ 75.00
Family Visa
$ 80.00