Resources for Expats in Berlin
Relocating to Berlin can be both exciting and overwhelming — especially when navigating a new city, language, and system.
The American Women’s Club of Berlin curates a selection of trusted, English-speaking resources to help you get started. These public links are just a starting point — our members enjoy access to a more extensive, peer-vetted library of local recommendations covering everything from relocation specialists to doctors, schools, and service providers.
Get settled smoothly with these English-friendly resources covering moving logistics, local registration, and education options.
- All About Berlin – Moving to Berlin Guide: step-by-step overview of visas, registration, and practical setup.
- Expatica – Relocating to Germany Checklist: overview of paperwork, housing, and essential services.
- International Schools Database – English-Speaking & Bilingual Schools in Berlin: browse international and bilingual options by area and grade level.
Members receive our full relocation guide, including housing agents, moving services, and school insights shared by fellow expats.
Explore housing platforms and neighborhood insights tailored to newcomers.
- Expatica – Where to Live in Berlin: overview of popular neighborhoods and what to expect.
- IamExpat – Rental Properties in Berlin: English-language listings for apartments and shared housing.
- Wunderflats – Furnished Apartments: short- and mid-term rentals available in English.
Members gain access to neighborhood reviews and personal housing experiences from long-term residents.
Meet others, explore local culture, and stay informed about events for the English-speaking community.
- Meetup – English-Speaking Events in Berlin: activities, interest groups, and social meetups.
- Berlin.de – Official City Portal (English): official information on services, culture, and administration.
- Facebook – American & Expat Communities in Berlin: connect with locals and fellow expats online.
Members enjoy access to our private AWC Berlin discussion forum, weekly social calendar, and members-only meetups.
Resources for English-speaking professionals, entrepreneurs, and families.
- Berlin Partner – Business & Investment Support: resources for newcomers building a career or business in Berlin.
- Expatica – Working in Germany: guide to employment, taxes, and social benefits.
- Internations – Professional Networking in Berlin: international networking and career events.
Members have access to curated women’s professional networks, mentorship opportunities, and local career resources.
Discover MORE as a Member
As a member of the American Women’s Club of Berlin, you’ll have immediate access to our complete member-only relocation and living guide, a trusted source for English-speaking professionals, vetted service providers, and peer-recommended resources covering everything from doctors and schools to favorite restaurants and weekend escapes.
But membership is more than access to practical information. Whether you’ve lived in Berlin for years or are relocating and just beginning your journey abroad, the club offers a sense of belonging that goes far beyond logistics. It’s about finding your community.
Our members describe AWC Berlin as a soft landing for newcomers and a welcoming circle of friendship for international women living in Berlin. It’s a space for women of all nationalities, united by an American spirit, to connect, grow, and thrive together. AWC Berlin offers a vibrant, English-speaking community where members exchange perspectives, celebrate American traditions, and explore the richness of life in Germany’s capital city.
Yet our greatest strength lies in the women themselves: expats and internationals who have walked the same path and are eager to share their experiences, build friendships, and support one another. If you’re looking for friendship, purpose, and community among women who understand both where you’ve come from and where you’re headed, you’ll find it here.
Join AWC Berlin to connect, contribute, and make Berlin feel like home.