City guide 01 · Germany · Startup capital

Berlin,
creative and startup capital.

Europe's creative and startup capital, drawing founders and remote workers with its culture, English-friendly scene, and rents still below Paris or London.

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Main routes

EU Blue Card, Skilled Worker

Language

German, English common in tech

Currency

Euro (€)

Local office

Yes, Gürtelstraße

Visa routes
that work in Berlin.

The routes our clients use most here. Your evaluation confirms which fits you.

25 EU countries

EU Blue CardThe pan-European work permit for graduates with a qualifying job offer. It carries mobility between member states and one of the fastest paths to permanent residence.Read the route guide →

National permits

Skilled WorkerCountry-specific routes for professionals with recognised training taking up qualified employment, from Germany's §18a to the Dutch Highly Skilled Migrant permit.Read the route guide →

Self-employment

FreelancerFor independent professionals and consultants building a client base in Europe, including Germany's Freiberufler permit and the Dutch DAFT route for US citizens.Read the route guide →

Family

Family ReunificationBring your spouse and children to join you anywhere in Europe, with residence and, in most countries, full work rights for accompanying partners.Read the route guide →

Your first week
in Berlin.

The admin that unlocks everything else. On Sorted packages, we handle all of it with you.

01
Register your address (Anmeldung)At the Bürgeramt, within 14 days of moving in
02
Receive your tax IDArrives by post after registration
03
Open a bank accountNeeded for salary and rent
04
Book your residence permit appointmentWith the immigration office for your permit card