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International Researchers: After Arrival

Have you arrived in Siegen or are you about to? Here you will find information about your bank account, residence permit, insurance, registration and your start at the university.

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The most important steps after arrival

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Registration and re-registration

Information on registering and re-registering your place of residence and the documents required for the Citizens' Registration Office.

 
 
 
 
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Residence permit

Information on residence permits for Germany: apply for, extend or change your residence permit.

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Bank account

Information on opening a bank account in Germany, banking options, basic requirements and necessary documents.

 
 
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For employees

Information about employment at the university: employment, tax ID, social insurance, salary as well as VBL, pension and unemployment benefits.

 
 
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Health and insurance

Information on health insurance, medical care and finding a doctor in Germany.

 
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Further information

Please also visit our other overview pages with information on the first steps after your arrival and your time in Siegen:

 

Important steps before your stay

Information about living in Siegen

Welcome Center Registration for International Researcher

To help us support you more effectively, please register with the Welcome Center via our contact form. First, create an account and then complete your profile in the Welcome Center form.

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Do you still have questions?

Feel free to contact us.

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Michaela Krex

Staff member advising international researchers
welcome.center@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-5044
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