Welcome to the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart.

A new home - a new country. Many things are a little different in Germany and some things might be even incomprehensible for you at first glance. Don’t worry – we support you to facilitate the start for you and your family in Germany.

The International Office provides assistance and information as follows:

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Answering of all questions before entry to Germany including written invitations

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Registration at the local citizen office after entry

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Application and extension of residence permits for you and your family

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Application for child allowance

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German language courses

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Driving license

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Answering all other relevant questions

 


What do I have to consider before entering Germany?

Entry rules


What can I expect in my new home?

Welcome to Stuttgart


What happens after my entry to Germany?

Once a week, we visit the citizens’ office and foreigners' office in Stuttgart. We register you and your family as a citizen of Stuttgart and apply for your appropriate residence permit. Should you live outside of Stuttgart, we will of course assist you as well.


Unterkunft / Accommodation?

Our guest house


Health insurance?

You need a health insurance for a residence permit. Our administrative staff will be happy to advise you. We recommend you to get a travel health insurance for the first days.


Kindergarten

For children with age of 6 months until school age


Schools

German school system

We are looking forward to seeing you soon in Stuttgart.

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