Your onboarding as an international employee at DLR

International Onboarding Office

You are starting out with us? We are here to support you!

Moving to another country is a big step. But it is definitely very enriching and unforgettable.

How exactly does the IOO support you?

information on all preparatory organizational issues such as visas, residence permits, finding accomodation, etc.
network of international employees
information events
support with socially settling in Germany
introductory events
contact: ioo@dlr.de

Visas, work permits, finding accommodation, a new language and culture – there are a number of challenges to overcome when living in another country. The International Onboarding Office (IOO) will support you whenever you need help, even before your application. We want your move abroad and especially to the DLR to be as pleasant and smooth as possible.

In case you already need assistance now, do not hesitate to contact the DLR International Onboarding Office.

You can look forward to a unique working environment, international teams and a diverse country full of opportunities!

Entry conditions and visas

Here you can find all the important information about entering Germany

Starting your daily life in Germany

Life today is complex, in Germany as anywhere else. Our International Onboarding Information provides you with some useful initial information on housing, registration, health care, banks, etc.

International Onboarding Information

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Helpful and informative links

Information for internationally mobile researchers on working and living in Germany: https://www.euraxess.de/
Interesting facts about Germany: https://www.tatsachen-ueber-deutschland.de/en
Information, service and dialogue – what makes Germany tick: https://www.deutschland.de/en
The Federal Foreign Office's online portal: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en
Top 100 places of interest: https://www.germany.travel/en/top-100/travel-attractions.html
Lots of useful information on migrating to Germany: https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/
Federal Office for Migration and Refugees website: https://www.bamf.de/EN/Startseite/startseite_node.html
Brochure ‘Welcome to Germany’ in 13 languages: https://www.bamf.de/SharedDocs/Anlagen/EN/Integration/WillkommenDeutschland/willkommen-in-deutschland.html?nn=282388
Information platform for international academics: https://www.research-in-germany.org/en.html
Comprehensive information on everything, from finding accommodation to language courses and health care: https://www.justlanded.com/english/Germany

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geographical diversity, from the Alps to the North Sea and Baltic Sea
cultural diversity, with traditional festivals and customs, vibrant festivals, a lively music, theatre and film scene as well as modern architecture and art
activities of all kinds, from mountain sports to water sports
many sights and travel destinations
historic sites
regional culinary delights and international cuisine from around the world
lively cafes and pubs
excellent infrastructure
stable economic situation and numerous global players in the industry
temperate climate
excellent health care

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