Moving to
Germany
The real numbers for Germany: take-home pay after tax, the true cost of living in Berlin, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
Net salary in Germany after income tax and social security:
Progressive income tax + ~20% employee social (capped). Approximate.
Cost of living · Berlin
Visa
No digital-nomad visa, but the freelance (Freiberufler) residence permit is popular with remote workers.
Very safe — low crime and excellent public services.
Dial 112 for police, ambulance or fire.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in EUR, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to Germany — FAQ
Is there income tax in Germany?
Yes. Germany taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 42.8%, leaving roughly $34,345.
Can digital nomads get a visa for Germany?
Germany has no dedicated digital-nomad visa. No digital-nomad visa, but the freelance (Freiberufler) residence permit is popular with remote workers.
How much does it cost to live in Berlin?
A single person needs roughly $2,400/month in Berlin, and a family around $5,200/month, all-in.