Go Germany: Advice for expats in Germany
Go Germany is a pme service for companies that supports expats and international employees in settling in Germany through targeted consulting services. At the same time, Go Germany offers relief for HR managers and executives by specifically designing the onboarding process and collaboration with international employees.
Are you facing the challenge of successfully integrating international employees into their new roles and German culture?
In this presentation, learn what needs to be considered and how pme Familienservice can support Familienservice company in this process.
e webinar on January 22, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.: "Successfully integrating international employees in Germany"
Our "Go Germany" offer at a glance:
Globalization, demographic changes, and rapid market shifts make it attractive, but also necessary, for many companies to recruit skilled workers from abroad. These workers bring with them sought-after skills and valuable new ideas.
Integrating international talent into the German labor market and social environment can be a demanding process for everyone involved - and poses challenges for HR managers, executives and expats.
The challenges for expats and international employees in Germany
Moving to a new, often unfamiliar country, combined with a new working environment, is challenging in many ways: in addition to language barriers, there are cultural differences, unfamiliar working structures, and the often lonely everyday life due to a lack of a social network.
This is also confirmed by the 2025 Expat Insider survey conducted by the expat network InterNations, according to which expats find it particularly difficult to settle in Germany (Germany ranks 42nd out of 46).
- In addition to the language barrier , the lack of digitalization, rigid bureaucracy, and the tense housing situation are major sources of frustration (ranked 46th out of 46 in the "Expat Essentials" category).
- 30% of expats surveyed describe the German population as unfriendly towards foreign citizens, and 63% find it difficult to make friends (43rd place out of 46 in the "Ease of Settling Index" category). As a result, they are less likely to feel welcome in Germany.
- In the "Working Abroad Index" category, Germany ranks 22nd out of 46. Respondents rate the local job market as mostly positive and particularly appreciate job security and working hours. Overall, 55% of expats in Germany are satisfied with their lives, compared to 67% worldwide.
If expats do not receive sufficient guidance in the first few months and feel poorly integrated—both at work and, above all, in their social environment—there is a very high chance that they will leave the company sooner.
This makes it all the more important to consider the integration of international employees into the social environment and everyday life when integrating them, and to provide them with support services so that they feel at home in Germany outside of the work context.
What are the advantages of "Go Germany"?
- Less turnover and resignations due to adjustment difficulties
- Continuous feedback and adjustment of integration strategies based on the individual needs of employees
- Greater satisfaction and loyalty among international employees through targeted support
What services does "Go Germany" include?
As a leading provider of work-life balance solutions, pme Familienservice has more than 20 years of experience in psychosocial counseling and supporting employees in various life situations.
Based on its comprehensive consulting services, pme Familienservice hasput together a special consulting package Familienservice "Go Germany" that isspecifically tailored to the needs of expats and international employees.
At the same time, by providing support during onboarding processes and in collaboration with international employees, the service aims to significantly reduce the workload of HR managers and executives.
Are you interested in our "Go Germany" offer? Contact us via our contact form or get in touch with your business customer support representative.
Individual support for expats and international employees
As part of the "Go Germany" product offering, team members from abroad receive individual advice and support to help them find their feet and settle in Germany.
Information on relevant organizational topics
As part of the "Go Germany" program, international employees receive helpful information on relevant organizational topics, such as:
- Requirements for opening a bank account
- Compulsory health insurance, social security contributions, general insurance, and other ongoing costs
- Find a doctor, emergency numbers, and powers of attorney
- Everything related to parents and children, such as finding childcare center and schools, and financial support
- and much more ...
Consulting and coaching for international employees
The trained consultants at pme Familienservice advice and support to international employees to help them settle in Germany.
1. Support for social and professional integration (new from December 2025!)
- Help in dealing with cultural differences
- Provision of language and cultural training
- Support with everyday tasks such as dealing with authorities, finding accommodation, and insurance
- Advice on leisure activities and building social networks
- and more ...
2. Support in coping with emotional challenges:
- Support in coping with emotional challenges such as homesickness and loneliness
- Stress management and resilience training
- Promoting mental health and well-being
Relief for HR departments and managers (new from December 2025!)
In addition to supporting international employees, Go Germany also provides targeted assistance to HR and managers in the onboarding and integration process.
The aim is to avoid cultural misunderstandings, strengthen team dynamics, and promote a long-term positive working atmosphere.
The "Go Germany" services for HR & executives
- Training courses on intercultural management, communication styles, leadership structures, and diversity in teams.
- Moderation and support in conflicts arising from cultural differences
- Workshops and team-building activities to promote cooperation between employees from different cultures
- Reduction of administrative burden through support with organizational issues relating to the onboarding process.
Are you interested in our "Go Germany" offer? Contact us via our contact form or get in touch with your business customer support representative.
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