Why Are So Many People Leaving Germany?

[@KKKK-np5vc]

As a native German with a wife from Africa, I consider leaving Germany as well. Half of our wages are stolen by government, on everything you buy there is another 19% tax ... no freedom to build your house just as you want, no freedom of speech, nothing. No working infrastructure, no good education, no good health system, nothing. To be honest, if you have money already - living in Africa is better than in Europe. Only for the poor Europe is better, because of the better social standards. But if you have finally made it - run and never look back.

[@amikche]

Yes many people forget the 19% tax that you pay for everything and as well the fact that the employer has to pay half of the social security charges. So considering all of this, as an employee you get about 45% as net income from your whole gross salary. To illustrate: with a gross salary of 6000€, the real expense of the employer is 7200€. Then you get a net of 3580€. Then assuming that you spend half of your net salary to buy goods, so we apply the 19% tax, it makes around 340€. To simplify the math: the true net that you own is 3200 €

[@namamasiyaleti5994]

My husband is Germany and hei is saying the same thing like you.

[@johnnybaron5593]

Vielen Dank für die Wahrheit.! Es ist einfach traurig! Afrika is the next plan💪🏾

[@alimo3011]

Ur last sentence is accurate😂😂. I agree, if ur lower to lower mid class Germany is like a dreamland lol

[@HolgerJakobs]

Good that you are free to leave if you believe in a better deal elsewhere. Better leave your passport here as well to avoid coming back after a couple of years for social benefits you haven't contributed to earlier.

[@adiglobalcitizen]

I’m German and I left Germany more than 3 years ago. In my opinion many people in Germany are aggressive. Authorities are slow and arrogant. The pension system the majority of employees need to work for is a scam. The money you pay for that is used for people who currently receive pension and that is a problem because there won’t be enough young people paying for a lot of old people. All the letters and papers are really crazy and the EU-GDPR you mentioned is really inacceptable and has nothing to do with freedom. Talking about freedom: Germany is not a really free country. Everything is overregulated, the government and a part of the society believes they need to “educate” the people to their opinion and they are not tolerant to non-conformist and different opinion in general. In Germany also more than 50% are extremists, meaning >50% are voting far right or far left parties. I could continue talking about that crap of country, only I tell you that I’m happy I don’t live there anymore…

[@Abigail-nc6in]

Very well said. And thank you for pointing out the problems with the current pension system.

[@LogicalguyThinking]

@@adiglobalcitizen The way things are going in Germany a few years from now Germany won't be in the top 5 countries in terms of GDP.

[@ThorstenHeil]

In general europeans are just sick of refugees sucking out every piece of money they can get. Our safety is in danger, rapes, knife crime, clan criminality from arabs and and and. When you behave like that of course europeans losing their patience!!!

[@venividivici1982]

You described most of the western countries

[@Abigail-nc6in]

@@venividivici1982 Which ones in particular, and how?

[@God_s_favorite]

As a young person who is weighing my options and doing my research, people are leaving every where even the States. You basically have to choose what is good for you (monetarily and for peace of mind) as going solely after money can leave you in a tail spin. Please consider cost of living, job opportunities/security, child care and safety when leaving your currently locate especially as a family.

[@wora1111]

@God_s_favorite As an old citizen I like to add one detail. If you spent most of your life in one environment, you will have the same life long friends, when you may need them. Change is fun, when you are young. With age and kids you may start to value other things more.

[@itsworkinprogress]

Correct, different countries have different perks. German is safe, secure, quiet pretty, has (relatively) short distances to places, social and (at least) a history which makes us sensible to discrimination and racism. Immigration might not always work or have worked great in the past (e.g. on the Turkish population), but Germans are used to working and living with other nationalities. But if you want to make it here, you have to work hard (like most Germans do), learn the language and work IN the system meaning e.g. to follow the rules and deal with the bureaucracy which is in place to be able to achieve a certain level of fairness and transparency. You will never earn as much money as in the US, but if you're daughter gets diabetes or a chronic kidney deasease, we will treat her and not let her die like it is handled in the US. Germany is a good country for immigrants who want to work here, have a certain level of education and are willing to learn German, want to live here longterm with their families and don't mind to merge their culture with the German culture.

[@rationcode]

This. To the fellow young people, if you're not coming from a wealthy family, we should be grateful to have a chance to get to somewhere through somewhere. I'm sorry but what I see is the whole world is suffering, everyone is either unhappy or escaping reality. And life is not bad at all when you have a place to live, work, study, have friends and fun.

[@robakin1225]

@itsworkinprogress I call BS, as an American who spent time in Germany under the USA(Military) system and The German system(living in DE)for over 30+ years and have many different friends from different nationalities, I can say you are the type of German or wannabe who makes the same excuses to mask the backwards, stagnating,non productive,inflexible,arrogance that is preventing DE from moving into the 21st century, Turkish people are integrated as are many others, what people like you want is assimilation, you want people to be clones of Germans and have them bend to your boring passive aggressive norms instead of enjoying the Vielfalt, then you say German are hard working don't make me laugh,most Germans live to work not the opposite and base themselves on what they do for work, according to the last 4 Pisa Studies(OECD)and UN study on Germany (2022)your promoted and supported just for being German or EU not because of qualification or know how,and this is a major reason Germany has fallen behind and is failing.Peter Principle rules Germany.but as always Blame others for your own shortcomings.

[@Volksinformant]

As a native German, I can say that the majority of Germans are strange and very distant. Society is ice-cold. Most people don't even know their neighbours. Working life in Germany is very rough and the tax burden here is one of the highest in the world. About 50% of the gross wage is collected directly by the state. But that's not all: if you go shopping or fill up your car with fuel, further taxes are paid. The actual tax burden is therefore well over 50%. I would say that about 30% of your gross salary is left over. Labour and hard work no longer pay off in Germany. In addition, the highly praised social system is ailing. In addition, the weather here is bad and unstable all year round.

[@brittalbach416]

if Germany Society is ice cold as you put it how come we donate so much, give so many benefits to strangers or poor people ?

[@melrosepark4463]

@@brittalbach416maybe it’s just your way of showing your virtue signaling side? To make yourself feel better.😜

[@ricvibesinc1]

Can't expect much esp if its a sicherheits concentration camp...

[@brittalbach416]

@@melrosepark4463 silly comment,, cliché thinking and parroting all the old hate phrases against Germans. You belong to yesterday

[@brittalbach416]

@@ricvibesinc1 what is a concentration camp ? It is the EU that has turned everything into a control zone. And will do so even more in the future. Keep your hate for yourself

[@jasminealixandranorth]

White American woman living in Switzerland for 17 years. Worst people in the world… Xenophobic, and hatred of foreigners…I don’t really want to return to the U.S. but I may have no choice. Best of luck to you. I can relate.

[@gracefulrony]

@@jasminealixandranorth wow.

[@Jyyo]

Interesting, so what’s kept you for 17 years?

[@johnnybaron5593]

@@Jyyoread to understand mate! She said she don’t have a choice! She ain’t finna return back to the US.!

[@Jyyo]

@@johnnybaron5593 I am trying to understand, if you read carefully, she states that she doesn’t want to return to US too. Hence wondering what exactly is the issue. The OG has an issue in US, Germany and presumably in Switzerland too where she is presently residing.

[@Slithermotion]

Calling a country xenophobic which has a non citizen population of 30% and a lot swiss with foreign family roots. The thing is in switzerland immigration policy is discussed mostly open. Some might see this as xenophobic but the reality is that with 30% foreign population people have negative experience not only positive ones. Massive rents, full public transportation during rush hour and cultural aspects that are sometimes hard to integrate into an existinh culture. But yeah people call xenophobic, hatred of foreigners. Yet it is a country with some of the highest foreigner population and the same people who call swiss xenophobic don‘t reall want to leave. Wouldn‘t it be in instant decision to leave a country if you feel hated and unwelcomed?

[@gughu-v3e]

After living my entire life in Germany as a person with a foreign background, I can definitively say that one of the worst things about living here is the people. German is the only language in the world that has the word “Schadenfreude”, which means “taking pleasure in someone else’s misfortune.” There’s even a saying, “Schadenfreude ist die schönste Freude, denn sie kommt von Herzen,” which translates to, “Schadenfreude is the most beautiful joy because it comes from the heart.” Many Germans dislike seeing others succeed or make positive strides in life, especially when those individuals are foreigners. Success, for a foreigner in Germany, often means you’re hated. Foreigners are expected to remain second-class citizens. Those Germans who hold positions of authority often use their resources to complicate the lives of people who aspire to achieve their goals. Even those who lack positions of authority but have the means to create problems for others-especially for hardworking individuals trying to improve their situations-do so in a cynical way. The worst part is that the system enables these behaviors, revealing just how deeply flawed and sick this society truly is. Take the German education system, for example. It is arguably the most unjust educational system in the world. Many students are selected into schools that determine their future, based largely on subjective and biased judgments influenced by cultural and classist backgrounds. The 'Hauptschule', for instance, is designed to produce laborers, effectively clipping the wings of countless students' dreams and aspirations before they even begin to take flight. When you strive to succeed and work hard to progress, you can feel the negative energy from so many people actively trying to pull you down, especially if you’re a foreigner. You sense their malicious intent, and the system seems complicit in trying to crush your aspirations. Add to that the constant gossiping and judgmental attitudes, and it becomes unbearable. Germany is definitively not the ideal place for people with vision and aspirations.

[@Abigail-nc6in]

Wow this is so, so well said!! Couldn't agree more. I'd add something but looks like you would only do a better job! People need to know this.

[@gughu-v3e]

@@Abigail-nc6in Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know that others see and feel the same.

[@luckyp.714]

Yes, this is so true and truly painful for visionaries like me and so many others. A society that holds people back and down.

[@Taurus13-xl4zh]

As a german of mixed race i totally disagree with your opinion. It sounds that you carry a lot of negativity within yourself and just project it in the outside world. The german school system is very good because it's free of fees. If you are clever you can achieve any degree you want. Life is what you make it, in germany there are a lot of opportunities - you just have to fight for it!

[@gughu-v3e]

@@Taurus13-xl4zh As someone who’s been through the German school system, I have to disagree with your perspective. While it’s technically possible to move from Hauptschule or Realschule to Gymnasium, in reality, it’s much harder, especially for students from foreign or underprivileged backgrounds. Many capable students are discouraged by teachers or school directors, face unnecessary obstacles, or are treated unfairly. There are countless stories of students who met the requirements for Abitur or Fachabitur but were denied or faced unnecessary complications when trying to access better schools, were given unfair grades, mocked by teachers, or blocked from opportunities simply because of their background. While the system being free of fees is a good thing, that alone doesn’t guarantee fairness or equal opportunity. The early tracking system labels students as 'less able,' which damages their confidence and often traps them in limited career paths. Schools in low-income areas often lack the resources, qualified staff, and extracurricular opportunities that schools in wealthier areas have, creating a huge disadvantage. For students from underprivileged backgrounds, it’s even harder because they don’t have the same support systems or resources as others. Even for those who manage to make it to Gymnasium or university, the challenges don’t stop there. Bias from employers or teachers often favors students from 'better' schools, regardless of actual ability.

[@DivinoAmore99]

In France i complained and moved to Italy, from Italy to Germany and now in UK. It's time to go back to my African root (Nigeria ) for good. No where feels like home.

[@UnrealTroll]

Please go, and take your b...k friends with u:)

[@Mind-d6y]

Jes, viel Glück

[@ambpetertobio6168]

What was your particular challenge in France cause none of this other countries are better than France which is immigrant friendly and standard of living is quite affordable with low tax?

[@brittalbach416]

Nigeria is a country with future even if now it is not too prosperous cause Nigeria has many Christians. Our Lord Jesus gave a message recently (Barnabas Nwoye) that Nigeria is His new chosen country 🌹🌹🌹

[@omajonathan9928]

Dem no de tell person na... Bros... Last last... Life is life a free life is more honored than a slave life in a strange land where u r less than pets...

[@TJ-hs1qm]

I almost did die from a cranial bacterial infection. I got delivered straight into the emergency room. 2 emergency surgeries in a top notch public hospital, 1 month hospitalization, 8 months worth professional rehabilitation programms. I payec like 150 Euro out of my own pocket to cover for medication everyting else was covered through social security. 2 years later, I'm back fully restored, got even my job back at my old company. If that would have happened in UK or god forbid the US, we'd be financially bankrupt and high on opoids 😅.

[@ЕленаЕресько-т1б]

Hallo i almost died because of meningitis war first in Holland hospital they doing nothing then come back to german hospital where i work and got trwatment properly casino only good not much expences

[@abetteryounow6484]

What would have happened in your country had you gotten sick? You wouldn't have anything to be bankrupt!

[@tabernathy0428]

Germany has a higher insolvency/bankruptcy rate than America by a significant margin. A person is much more likely to lose it all in Germany as the people have no disposable income because of the low salaries and high taxes.

[@wora1111]

@@tabernathy0428 Any sources for that claim? Semms like there are a lot more homeless people living i the streets of the USA. Probaly all miliionaires who want to keep their indcome disposable ...

[@combatduckie]

@@tabernathy0428 and the high taxes are due to the millions of never working and not paying any taxes or health insurances immigrants aka "poor ref*gees"!

[@jeson-p9o]

I studied and worked in Germany for 3 years and left for Switzerland since 4 years. Best decision ever

[@Ananimous7777]

What did you study?

[@jeson-p9o]

@Ananimous7777 business

[@brittalbach416]

where are you from ? It is not so easy to get to live and work in Switzerland, is it ?

[@JeroDeviIrisAyudha]

German here. I left for Indonesia. Even though I have a lot of struggles and restrictions in Indonesia, life is sweeter, and even though we have a lot of regulations if you have contacts and friends, your life is good. Also, they have more elbow room and the prices are flexible for all income classes. I can live an affordable life there and I am grateful for Indonesia to give me a better life than I had in Germany. It is a shame what happens with our tax money, with our health and education system, and with the terrible bureaucracy. I can tell you, not only do you as foreigners hate it, we Germany struggle a lot, too.

[@PaarseKrokodil]

The keyword I found in your comment is “grateful”. You don’t need much to be happy and live to healthy.

[@combatduckie]

soooo. WHO above all is scamming the German social welfare and health care system by the billions each year , especially since 2015?? You left this out...

[@clairechloe5294]

Well said 👍💯👍. I am an Asian living in Germany. I am planning to leave next year.

[@clairechloe5294]

@@JeroDeviIrisAyudha - Thanks for sharing some information about your life in Indonesia. I am an Asian who has been living in Germany for many years. But I don't like to live here anymore and plan on leaving next year. I am thinking of moving to Asia, either Thailand or Indonesia. I have been to Thailand and also lived there for a couple of years and liked it. But I have not been to Indonesia. Could you please tell me which city in Indonesia is the best for a foreigner to live and how is the medical system there? I understand that Indonesia is quite big so I am wondering which city is the best for a female expat? 🙏🙏

[@BoSDavid-gu4qq]

As a german, who was born there, i can tell you. I will leave the country because we are super old fashioned. rude and we focus on the wrong things.

[@colorfulflowers574]

😮😂

[@ewolz]

2 yrs in Germany & i can’t handle the rudeness, so passive aggressive too…being black doesn’t help either

[@wora1111]

@@BoSDavid-gu4qq As an old German, returned after several years abroad, I can tell you, I said the same things 55 years ago.

[@BiotechnologyMarketConnector]

Hi , what do you mean by '.. we focus on the wrong things...' , you mean less technology , less innovation, etc... ?

[@cant_sleeeep]

@@BiotechnologyMarketConnector they focus on hair color LMAO

[@cherryblossom6702]

I've been living in Germany since 2010 I've never felt more alone and unwelcomed than having a child. Never thought that living in a country having children get you more hated and discrimination than ever. I've been openly insulted while walking with a friend with our children (she's white her children are biracial) a older couple walked passed us, the woman said "kindergeld lohnt sich" "kindergeld is worth it." and said to us that "schreckliche kinder" "terrible children" I know people would say it's just a one time experience. I've been verbally attacked by my neighbor and friends neighbors when visiting them who hate children. People call the police on you for having your children walking or running in your home while having no problems with letting their dogs bark all day. I've experienced so much discrimination for having a child.my child is well behaved, I raise her to be respectful and kind and to be mindful of others. My friends with children have experienced the same things. There's no empathy for children here. Don't come here if you want to have children or have children!!!! Not a child friendly country. I'm planning on going back to the US so help me God.

[@goekhanc.6849]

hey, lets help each other, you are not alone. where are you living? no one can kick you out. show them you are not alone. share your experience and talk to other foreigners or even people who are born in germany. they will defend you. if you are in Hamburg, let me know.

[@endeshaw1000]

Im so sorry for ya experience. As a mixed one grewing up in east germany in the 90s I know the pain, but as the other guy commented: try to connect to even people, they are out there, and or leave the country or the area, if you can not stand it anymore. Its no use to wait that they change, and therefore no use in standing it if it drags you down so much. This way your children hasnt to suck up all that stupid hate. Let they rot in their own hate as they deserve it. Especially in east germany the society and economy is going down and down but they want it this way. The more ASSHOLE the people behave, and the more the others accept/tolerate this behavior, the less will come and invest in the country. The own intelligent and nice people already has moved to the west, because they cannot stand their own people, and the rest is sitting in the rotten, and with pleasure speed up the rotting process. They want it this way :( otherwise something significant already would have happened.

[@differenttype8873]

"There is no empathy for children Here". This is such a true Statement. There is nearly No other countries in which children are Not Welcomed. In Germany, children are sub Humans.

[@my.txca.aesthetic]

@@goekhanc.6849how long do you want to fight this fight? Did you come to this life only to fight? Please if you have choice of moving to at least a bit friendly environment do it and keep your peace. M Depression is not your friend 😂

[@marypollykaranja832]

About 10 years ago, i was visiting a friend in Germany and we went for a walk, we were 3 and we all had a child with us..... We experienced te the same thing with an elderly couple, but my friend who had then lived in Germany for 10 years told them excactly what she thought of them...... They tried to walk harder than they could😂.....

[@mstt3530]

They need to take into consideration that Germany taxes for their social welfare. People should do their research before making the move to Germany. Cultural integration is so important, it may feel easier to integrate in Canada or the UK because of language. Germany wants immigrants but their citizens aren’t so keen on bending over for immigrants. Personally, being a Black British person, I would never live in Germany.

[@asiedu2869]

My biggest regret...is moving to Germany...

[@ashley-fk6dp]

mate u made the right call im israeli my father is german i learnt english from brits as a kid so i sound like a council estate rat aquire the german language as an adult but i pass for native due to me looking like my father and even i dont feell comfortable around krauts its an incredibly conformist society not welcoming at all to foreigners especiall not blacks .

[@wora1111]

Most people in Germany speak two or three languages: their mother tongue, German and English. The officially state language is German of course. So if you are not willing to learn the local language, you may as well go somewhere else to live. Can you imagine a German going to another country and expecting everybody there to understand our language? We actually did that in the 60s, flooding Italy and Spain as tourists, spending our money, and enjoying the sun. The same thing happened in Croatia, Turkey, and Greece later (to name just some countries). Good thing we usually left again after a few weeks. When I became a "tourist" and left Germany for the first time, my parents had made me learn at least some of other languages to be able to communicate, so Greek for Greece, English for the USA or French for France were no-brainers. Most of the immigrants to Germany these days come to stay, learn the language, use Kindergarten and schools and regularly visit parents and relatives in the countries they came from. Single international students, on the other hand, usually complain about taxes and stuff after having enjoyed the "free" study in Germany. I have no problem with that. Just leave and let us pause the discussion for ten years. Let us see what you think after some time in other places.

[@Glass_Nkoaa]

@@mstt3530 UK and Ghana all rhe way

[@Glass_Nkoaa]

@@mstt3530 i couldn't even live in Canada, not to talk of Germany. UK and Ghana be ma home

[@Ulysses88047]

Some people have already left the sinking ship...and other MILLIONS think about leaving this lost country....😢

[@NOORSALGA]

Thank God I already left Germany 🇩🇪 too much stress in that country, I'm happy and comfortable now.that country isn't for Africans to be honest,rudeness,discrimination, very difficult language 😢

[@johnnybaron5593]

Where are you now champ ?

[@arcabuz]

Did you actually leave?

[@asiedu2869]

@NOORSALGA I also want to leave,too much stress and very difficult people...Where are you bro?

[@NOORSALGA]

@@arcabuz Yeah do you think I'm lying?

[@NOORSALGA]

@@johnnybaron5593 Somewhere around the globe 🌐 where I can find peace of mind and happiness

[@xsmarci]

I left Germany 3 years ago. I'm back to Africa for good and i'm loving it. I was staying in Germany for 20 years and worked as an electrical engineer.

[@OtheDaddy]

You did the right thing. Go back and build Africa!!!

[@thermologo3451]

Where did you did your studies ? Was it hard ?

[@priscaooko4626]

tell us more..as electrical engineer in germany what made you go back after 20 years

[@guleiro]

I have visited Germany in 2004. From that time, I never understood why people with afro roots would want to settle in a country like that... Cold country and cold people.

[@sashabertold3731]

​@@guleiro Maybe you just don't understand poverty in the rest of the world that makes people want move towards a country like Germany.

[@bettybonareri5]

No where is easy! Life is survival of the fittest and the weak will perish. People just don’t panic. Be smart and work your way thru the challenges until u get to the other side… I’ve lived in Germany for 13 years and one thing I’ve developed is a thick skin… and I’ve survived and I’m not going anywhere!😊

[@mehdiamara8550]

Totally , I understand it till I growed up

[@lusolanga8423]

Not everyone is made for "thick skin", some people value peace of mind and not being on the defensive all the time, and taking insults in whatever form they come is exhausting and can take a toll on one's mental health. But good luck to you.

[@fahadhussain66]

True, the grass is always greener on the other side.

[@mwendapoleee]

I can tell you it’s a times too much but am here to stay even getting treated by a doctor it’s like they are doing you a favor.

[@ritablossom940]

Thank you for this. I just got to Germany two days ago and I'm seeing such video 😅😅😅huh. I won't be depressed. GOD is faithful

[@TheJibike300]

Even Native Germans are leaving because of high cost of living! My neighbour who had worked for 35 years ,had just retired and is receiving a monthly pension of 800 euros! How is going to survive?! He said,he will be supported by social benefits! After 35 years!!!!!!

[@HolgerJakobs]

You have told only a part of the story. Has your neighbour contributed to the pension system all 35 years? Has he worked full time all 35 years? If not, it's just fair that he gets less than others who have contributed more. I have worked for 35 years and get well over 2000€ per month as state pension. And I worked less than full time for a long time.

[@Abigail-nc6in]

That' the same pension my hairdresser gets after 45 years of full-time work. Outrageous.

[@arnodobler1096]

@Abigail-nc6in He has known for 45 years that salaries are low as a hairdresser, and so are the pensions! To be surprised or upset afterwards is simply stupid! sorry!

[@Abigail-nc6in]

@@arnodobler1096 I disagree. If someone has worked in a socially valuable job all their lives they ought to reasonably looked after when they can no longer work.

[@arnodobler1096]

@Abigail-nc6in Hairdressers should earn more, like other professions, right.

[@imigram8851]

After 20 years commitment by learning the language, studying without financial help and working more that 40 hours a week I leave Germany, the culture is a difficult one. Taxes are very high and German politics are corrupts as well as any other country. I am now living in a better place where I can grow and live a life and not be just tolerate.

[@ellahenry3221]

Where did you move to?

[@falconheavy595]

@@ellahenry3221 Ireland. That's where i am going too.

[@Ele-q9g]

A Turkish friend resigned this week and he is returning back to Turkey, he said he realized it is not possible to support his family with these salaries and flat rents. He said he had better finances in Turkey. I agree with him, my net income is also less compared to what I was earning in my country. If you are a high qualified person you can make more net income in a less developed country.

[@Ele-q9g]

@@gk505 No he is not lying, we are in Munich. He could buy a flat in Ankara and is not paying rent in Turkey. Also his wife has a job in Turkey and she will be unemployed here. Apart from that, I could also buy a car and buy a flat in Turkey. But here even though I have a very high salary I cannot afford a flat. Finally, my net income in Germany is lower than that in Turkey. Many of my friends are in the same condition, we are not lying.

[@arnodobler1096]

Interesting with the inflation and poor economy in Turkey. Wish him luck, he will be the German in Turkey.

[@Ele-q9g]

@@arnodobler1096 More than half of the Turkish population is earning either minimum wage or a wage around it. So they are suffering from deep poverty, that is true. But if you have a good job, the companies try to compansate inflation not to lose you. That is why, you can earn better and have a more prosperious life in a developing country. You are king in your own country, but here most of the good positions are filled by Germans, this also hinders you to reach to the very high income region in Germany. The most important reason why I came here is to have a powerful passport, not money. I was also bored of our president's politics.

[@Ele-q9g]

@@gk505 I and my friend are both above 35, so we could catch the low interest rate era. I bought a new car when I was 23 and a new flat when I was 26.

[@Ele-q9g]

@@gk505 I bought my new car at age 23 and my new flat at age 26 without any help. In my former company in Turkey my colleagues are earning about 3000-4000 euros now. I am paying 1500 euros rent here. So this means I was making better money in Turkey. This is the reality of people like me. Everybody has different circumstances.

[@ebrimakrubally5905]

I do lived here , i am married with a German, your narration is good & balance... The problem is the change & polarised by politics... Racism is there , but not all German are racist , some are angry with the system & politics played a great deal of divisive , also a blamed games ... but i totally agreed with your fair & balance narration.

[@lynnsintention5722]

I have been sufferning licing in Germany since 2006 . I am from the US. I have worked herem been married to a German and speak German fluently. I have also loved in Italy and Awitzerland. I agree with you completely, Germany is absolutely the most unpleasant of all the countries I have lived in and for the reasons you mentioned

[@Abigail-nc6in]

Thank you so much for your honest video. I can relate to most of the points you raise - high living costs, sky high insurances, dicscrimination (especially at the workplace). Even though I have a PhD from Oxford and came to Germany in 2012 already fluent in the language. My experiences spurred me on to write "Swallow the Toad: from Britain to Germany". I am already collecting material for a second book!! There is so much that needs to be improved, and so much that is unknown to foreigners. So David, we need people like you to tell us how it really is!

[@buka.a]

Where can one get this book?

[@Abigail-nc6in]

@@buka.a It's available on Amazon, Waterstones, Barnes and Noble, and other bookstores.

[@tizitapusch9780]

Definitely getting the book

[@frederickmueller7916]

As a native German I realized that our behaviour against foreigners is bad. We make the best and productive leave, while those who benefit from the social system will likely stay anyways.

[@adiglobalcitizen]

Many Germans are still Nazis.

[@sebentilezanini1085]

Wow...admire the honesty.

[@annabellach1376]

We still pay for their degree...

[@fellaz1983]

No place is better in this world! You just have to stay where you are welcomed.

[@Minimalici0us]

I'm a 35 y.o Greek expat living in Germany since 2012. I feel like my time has come for the next step. I need sunny days, beaches and positive vibes. I will most likely relocate again before turning 40

[@guleiro]

I've visited Greece twice. You have a fantastic country, fantastic culture and fantastic people.

[@nesq4104]

I doubt your leaving. Your too lazy

[@falconheavy595]

@@nesq4104 It's "You are"

[@nesq4104]

@@falconheavy595 ur right

[@FarFromFake2024]

I'll make a video on that on another channel!!! This is actually a serious topic. I'm German myself and i find my country going down hill. Immigrants have been lied to to come to Germany. I find it shameful. Am planning to leave my country and I'll explain why on another channel

[@oetprep]

Why don't you collaborate with him and have an interview. It would be nice

[@FarFromFake2024]

@@oetprep I don't wanna reveal my face, we'll see brother

[@sumatra_7174]

Farfromfake The expectations immigrants today have are very different from the expectations former immigrants had. When my grandfather came from turkey to germany in the 1960, their only expectation was hard work, and this was what they did. That first generation worked really hard. Today mostly unskilled people come to germany with the expectation of getting welfare easily and knowing even if they become criminal, they won't have to leave. The german state is to blame

[@mlynto]

I wonder where you are going to? The whole world sucks.

[@nicolem3951]

​​​@@sumatra_7174No immigrants becomes welfare easily or dont get deported if they commit a crime. Youre talking about refugees. I come from South America and if I do anything wrong here they send people from my nationality back to our country and we have no rights to stay here without a visa and we become no help from the government too, these are just to other germans or refugees

[@maksimhidden3163]

I completely agree. But Germans do many advertisements about their country and people continue to make mistakes. It is also true, that Germany needs qualified professionals and would no longer have success without them. The fact Ossi (east Germans) just want to deny. But currently, all chances have been lost. Illegal migration on one side, and unfriendly locals on another side make this society very uncomfortable for any skilled and educated newcomers. But not for illegal migrants, for them there are still chances to have some profits from the social state. You have far better choices if you are a qualified professional than moving to Germany.

[@aydanaliev5723]

even some native germans r struggling in germany germany had its best days from car production which loosing now

[@TitoKane-vv2hf]

No more free and easily stolen mineral natural resources/raw materials from the Black African Countries

[@armanp2866]

After 10 years living in Germany I lost all my positivity and now struggling with my depression. I don't recommend living in this country to nobody except those enjoy abnormality at pick.

[@TitoKane-vv2hf]

They take away your shine and positivity and drain your positive energy and insert the brutal negative energy inside you. That germany is THRONE of satan

[@dingodingo6948]

Absolutely right, better live in sunny Africa.

[@combatduckie]

with the German social welfare you re scamming?

[@dingodingo6948]

@combatduckie real life is more than welfare misery.

[@FunNFury]

I quit Germany last month, it's not worth it here anymore, a lot of bad government policies are driving Germany down.

[@RebeccaArewa]

you didn't talk about their education system how most especially African kids can't go to secondary school talkies of university but they tell them to go and learn work

[@davidadade]

Yes, you are right. That is another critical issue.

[@mtenzagh]

Why do they do that in 2024 because most African kids are super intelligent

[@azaransari7307]

And they dont like when African kids are brite, they will tell you that he ir she will take medicine to make him come down or they will tell you that your child need special school, and when you go to check the special school you will find school for special need kids wich are taking medicine to be in classroom, Am leaving here now for 4years, At end of the Day i brought my Son back home

[@djRichyRichh]

Bullshit

[@mtenzagh]

@@azaransari7307 Wow….And what do most African parents do in such cases that you know your child doesn't have ADHD? I'm very interested because this is the second time I've heard of such in Germany. This is barbaric

[@CaroWilliams-u1i]

Honestly the conditions is so frustrating in Germany.

[@muraligutta432]

I am living since 10 years in germany, but never faced any issue with germans or any other white people. I, infact, faced issues with non white people from turkey and arab nations. I am a brown, south indian!

[@bahaaworld]

like usual, the Indians have to bring the Arabs into anything lol, so suddenly Germans now love the brown Indians? haha

[@wolfgangsprenger3700]

My neighbours are Indian. They are so nice! I like them very much. I'm a born German. 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@bahaaworld]

@@wolfgangsprenger3700 so you think if your neighbors were from a different nation ,they wouldn't be nice ? Lol

[@wolfgangsprenger3700]

@@bahaaworld No. They are all nice. I just tried to say something positive, nice and affirmative. Apparently being nice is already a provocation. So I prefer to shut up and just go away... 😔

[@bahaaworld]

@@wolfgangsprenger3700 haha sorry i thought you meant something else 😅 i apologize

[@KingofTech99]

I worked as a Software Engineer and by the end of this year, I am going back to Kenya because it is too much. I fully agree with your video. The Foreign Office treat me badly and I feel racism, discrimination and mistreatment every day here in Berlin and Brandenburg. I would highly ask you to stay away from Germany if you can but if you can't then don't worry about it.

[@priscaooko4626]

brathe am in germany too..usirudi home..itakuwa sawa.. uko na kenya community

[@anny19988]

Pole jirani..Rudi nyumbani.

[@joelm780]

Living in germany since more than 14 years, i can confirm all the points😮 these make people to move on. Germany still a good country but not for foreigners Who want to reach the top

[@lotuskm16]

Why should we reserve the best positions for foreigners? Are you serious?

[@ModeAvion1]

@@lotuskm16you’re right. It doesn’t make sense. Germany is still a great country for foreigners. Opportunities & Positions are earned, not handed out.

[@joelm780]

You all prove my point😅 this is germany for foreigners

[@joelm780]

If you are average germany is fine, if you want more, it is not a place for you🫡

[@jadequeen6714]

@@joelm780 Then go back to your own country and start building up. Your own country needs you more than Germany!

[@jadequeen6714]

I think its time to stop thinking of immigration to Europe and other Western countries! Stay in your own countries and build up your country instead of always feeling the need to move elsewhere. Your own country needs you more than Germany!

[@NamwakaHadassahTambatamba]

We won't stop thinking of immigrating to Europe and other Western countries. Ancestors of Europeans came to our countries and stole from us. Now is our time to go to their countries

[@saucegod3173]

You are right

[@erics8302]

If the EU blocked third world migration.....the migrants would have to stay in their own countries. The pressure on the corrupt governments to change would force change either peacefully or violently but without conquering patriarchy, kleptocracy, polygamy and the suppression of women these countries from India to Africa are doomed to just get worse. Importing Calcutta to Germany is not going to help Calcutta.....it will make Germany like Calcutta as pointed out by Peter Scholl Latour.

[@gunwu9084]

Maybe they must make the experience first by themselves. I say, let them. Its also not wrong if they come here and are able - if - to send money home. This will improve their own countries as well.

[@crwnofenlightenment]

​@@gunwu9084 Love your perspective

[@RoigAbiza]

I never imagined I’d experience such hatred and malice as I have in Germany. Fortunately, I’m close to leaving, but the level of perversion here has left me stunned. My xenophobic neighbors have been harassing me at night and early morning, constantly making noise. They've even been using some device from their apartments to manipulate the temperature in mine, making it impossible to sleep. The police haven’t been able to help due to my limited German and have shown very little interest in my case, even hanging up once when I called to report it. At work, I felt a strong aversion from both colleagues and even my superiors. And there were many times when I received no response after applying for jobs. The only reason I haven’t left sooner is that I had to renew my documents, but even at the government offices, you feel the hostility from the staff, treating foreigners like garbage because they know we lack the means to defend ourselves in their country. This place has a serious empathy problem. Now I understand why they committed so many atrocities throughout history.

[@NoctLightCloud]

this is the issue I have with foreigners in Germany. As soon as they don't like something, they don't just leave, but they always bring up Nazi Germany and say such crap😅 Germany has invited and let in so many foreigners! You are being ungrateful. If you can't connect with the locals, just leave. But stop bringing up the last. I don't see the time of Musolini, Stalin, WW2 Japan etc being brought up. It's always only with Germany😅 (I'm not German nor do I live in Germany.)

[@okapiokapi8590]

Please don't marginise, not all foreigners

[@RoigAbiza]

@@NoctLightCloud it's interesting that you claim not to be German, yet your response sounds very similar to the dismissive attitude many locals have towards foreigners' experiences here. It's not about being 'ungrateful', many of us face real issues like racism and discrimination, which are still prevalent in Germany today. It's easy to say 'just leave' when you're not the one facing these challenges daily. And bringing up Germany's past isn't about attacking the country, but acknowledging how history still affects the present. A foreigner who had lived here would understand me clearly.

[@NoctLightCloud]

@@RoigAbiza tbh looking at Berlin, I can see a real replacement taking place. So I am surprised that Germans (and Brits) aren't more anti-foreigner. Anyways, I don't think they're more racist than the average nation. Actually even more tolerant. I worked in China and studied in Korea. As a foreigner, I got stared at ALL the time, and I can't say it enough: all the time. Elderly were sometimes even suspicious of me. (Once I even got asked whether I'm from Uzbekistan - very random guess!). And you know what? I left, didn't finish my studies in Korea. Should I now bring up China's or Korea's past? I accepted that people are tribal and will never truly like too many outsiders in their own country. I am 100% sure when I go to anywhere on the continent of Africa, people will also be racist towards me. Should I now bring up their past? Germany allows you to work and even gives you social welfare. Try claiming that in Uganda, Mexico, Russia, or China. No chance! Most Subsaharan Africans and Arabs are very racist towards East Asians, and vice versa. Openly, and they attack each other. In Korea, a foreigner is being chased this week for causing heavy missbehaviour, and beaten up in live streams on the streets (google "Johnny Somali in Korea"). It also happened to him when he was in Israel. In Germany, no German would ever do that to a visiting foreigner!

[@RoigAbiza]

@@NoctLightCloud Your comment shows a complete lack of empathy. Comparing experiences in other countries does not excuse the racism many of us face here in Germany, nor does it minimize Germany's responsibility for its own history and how this still impacts society today. Just because you 'accept' xenophobic attitudes elsewhere does not mean we all have to endure mistreatment and hostility in Germany. It's not just about stares, it's about harassment, discrimination at work, and lack of support from institutions. If so many foreigners are reporting the same issues, perhaps the problem is not our supposed 'ingratitude', but the attitudes that continue to allow this behavior. It's easy to talk about the 'privilege' of receiving social benefits here in Germany without understanding the emotional and psychological toll of living under constant prejudice. Living in a country is not just about seeking better economic opportunities, it's also about the right to be treated with dignity. Stop comparing and justifying, and be more objective and empathetic to the experiences of people who, unlike you, have faced the daily hostility that many Germans downplay or deny.

[@Benefacez]

It's especially hard for working class and low income families. They are disproportionaly affected by high housing and grocery prices, leaving them living paycheck to pay check without the possibility to accumulate wealth.

[@diana1119860]

I am originally from serbia I grew up in Germany but I never gave up my culture. In Germany you will find church’s for African communities, for orthodox communities you will also find mosques..I love traveling and meeting different people from different cultures. Your own culture religion identity is what makes us people special and interesting. Germany is a great country that gives a lot opportunities for everyone. No matter what nationality identity or sexuality.What matters is your knowledge and education. I am transgender and travel all around the world but I am still returning back to Germany because I still feel safe here. I know my rights here. Some countries offer higher salaries but in countries like USA or England, Dubai you will have much higher expenses for rent schools medical treatment. The problem here at the moment is the safety because of illegal immigration. That’s definitely something that needs to stop.

[@Maristourandlifestyle]

You are also an immigrant so you also need to be stopped, kids are n.0t safe from 🙄

[@rafiqderafew2136]

Been thinking about ditching Germany for a fatter paycheque, but when I reckon with the job security, healthcare, safety, and schooling for the future nippers, I start getting cold feet about whether I should actually move.

[@senges6751]

Yes, those are the perks that make me think against moving. And that you can be sick and not worry about living on the streets.

[@john_mwita]

This is me, mate! I could make double my net elsewhere buuut!!

[@melrosepark4463]

I have been to doctors clinic once in Hamburg but now in a small city it’s so hard to get a doctor‘s appointment that I just self diagnose and treatment.🤷🏼‍♀️I go to the doctor when going for holiday in my home country. Education in Germany is also degrading because of lack of teachers. Retirement pension is also in not so secure state in the future because of low birth rate.

[@amikche]

I confirm that the salaries are low. But the thing is, the economy is based on export. If the salaries grow too much, well the prices for the exported cars, machines, etc.. will get too high and no one outside of germany will be able to afford it. This problem is currently happening: even in germany people can afford german car anymore. So they prefer the cheap and sometimes better cars fron asia

[@Ramiro-k8f]

I left ⬅️ Germany back in 1998. To USA it was the best decision I made I made

[@aldarpurevsuren4183]

is there any better place to go?

[@Ras_Spinoza]

Good question.. A better place is home, other than Gaza, West Bank, North Korea, Afghanistan, Venezuela, .....please continue the list..

[@glenkean3407]

Any African country.

[@GigaNormie]

@@Ras_Spinoza Balkans are underrated

[@SteffenWernicke]

Switzerland, Argentina, USA, Russia, China, Poland, Norway and many more...

[@ck-mediatrding7103]

​@@Ras_Spinozapls. Don't forget Nigeria.

[@husseinzkl]

I moved to Germany five years ago as a highly skilled person, and I have to say that all the points you mentioned are inaccurate, too exaggerated, and with a lot of spice. I have lived in the UK and Dubai and spent some time in the USA, and as a matter of fact, Germans are the best people I have ever felt with. They are full of respect and very pragmatic. Sometimes, you need to do things their way, which is usually the right way. I love Germany and find most of the points you raised incorrect.

[@amikino100]

Thanks for this positive comment. I am happy living in Germany as well. The life here is still good, but you need a good job.

[@michaeldjimanor8393]

You r 100% right.. I agree with u

[@freshfresh3796]

Are we talking about respect or talking about Racist with immigrat and jobs and houses if ur black is difficult to employ u only people from European countries first then what ever is left is for the foreigners and house they will find it difficult to rent u the house, they Pretend to like you smiling Fake smiles,that's what his is saying,ur white skin so u don't have a problem u don't understand

[@AsifSaifuddinAuvipy]

@@husseinzkl i also agree with you. Although initially it is a bit overwhelming

[@JaneDoe19635]

He speaks of his experience. You found it easier to intergrate because you come from the same group from a different location.

[@SoWhat89]

Bro, why dont u mention that the high taxes are used to aliment those that come here without the intent to work but to exploit the welfare system? i dont see many of these people leaving. Pretty much the opposite

[@abrahamatar]

Thanks brother for the info!

[@oluwatoyinbiodun]

Germany is not for d weak,its for hard ,brave & stubborn people

[@84kaskad]

you mean arab islamists?

[@oluwatoyinbiodun]

​@@84kaskadNo i mean u have to have Lion Heart to survive in germanybcus its racist country that hates Blacks & foreigners

[@oluwatoyinbiodun]

​@@84kaskadNo i mean u must have Lion Heart to survive d racism/hatred,rudeness,arrogance towards foreigners..i am christains tho

[@84kaskad]

@@oluwatoyinbiodun so the rape and murder of women and children on the streets by "foreigners" is not a reason for hatred? Not to mention the social benefits that are paid for by the taxes of these very very "bad" Germans? If Germany is so racist and evil, why do you go there?

[@84kaskad]

@@oluwatoyinbiodun There are such tolerant countries as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain. Why don't you go there?

[@josephhall9307]

Only Software Engineers and Investment Bankers earn more in the UK than in Germany.

[@josephhall9307]

@gk505 I've never lived in Germany so don't really know what the presenter is complaining about. But in the UK we have the perception that the average German enjoys a higher standard of living than the average Brit. London and the wider South East of England being the main exceptions.

[@user-yup-you-are-human2]

For starters -- they do not “que”. They will cut you in line, like its okay and not even ask if you are in line. Simple courtesy could go a long way and for some reason they are blind. It’s exhausting and I have dual

[@Always1happy]

Went from Germany to Georgia. Smaller wage but costs as well. Much more freedom. No one cares if you get drunk or something or drive old cheap car with no right filters and that expensive parts. Cheap eating, entertainment.

[@arnodobler1096]

In the US, you pay less tax, but you get nothing in return. It's a milkmaid's calculation. Wages are lower in the UK. Working in Switzerland is good as far as salaries are concerned, not vacations etc., but life is also immensely more expensive. It's only worth it if you can live in Germany and work in Switzerland.

[@Salamialan]

smart man

[@arnodobler1096]

@@Salamialan thx

[@nevermindlove928]

I live in France and work in Germany. Life is better.

[@marcq2029]

I already left,I leave in the UK plus Germany is boring and bureaucratic and can be unfriendly.Germans easy place their woes and frustrations on immigrants yet they created their own frustrations

[@georgelandon1828]

Germany was a good country to work with marks, but nowadays it is difficult to save money, 30 to 40% is gone on taxes, then the living cost is quite expensive in big cities, what is left at the end of the month? Also the problem I see a lot of newcomers are getting advantage of social system and are not interested in learning German.If you do not have high qualifications and master German your chances to succeed in Germany are very low, either you will end subsidised by the German state or you will get a draining job earning less than basic salary. That's why most people leave Germany.

[@johnjohnson8498]

You're a very honest person. Keep it up.

[@preciousnyerovwo6111]

Ausländer Is my major problem right now Because they are slow I'm still waiting for them to approve my reunion visa, and it's already 3 months, even the embassy said they are waiting

[@davidadade]

Yes, the support system for foreigners is poor.

[@darktheme2192]

Hmmm sometimes the waiting time is long. Slow is not limited to Germany. For example, I waited 5 months for my 1st residence permit I live in another EU country. A friend of mine who lives in France also waited 5 months for his Belgian work permit to be approved so he can cross work across the border in Belgium as he is not a permanent resident of France. Just be patient, it will arrive.

[@asiedu2869]

Find ways and means to relocate to America 🇺🇸, you're just wasting your time in Germany...

[@HeleneaTroy]

Is it faster in England and America. Let us know

[@susuilu]

​@HeleneaTroy yes it is faster, but the economy is tough

[@websterthompson4303]

Thanks for the info.

[@Sonnenwolf777]

Even the immigrants are leaving Germany because of the immigrants 😂

[@lr1920]

A small correction. " Because of illegal immigrants '

[@XolaniWorms]

​@@lr1920yeah as an immigrant l understand why most countries like Ireland don't want illegal immigrants , and l hope all western countries take a stand against illegal immigrants because it is going against their culture

[@joan0164]

Arab inmigration*

[@XolaniWorms]

@@joan0164 yeah they should go

[@Smudgie]

Germany is letting in the violent immigrants which the peaceful immigrants are trying to escape from.

[@samokay9300]

Thanks for your video

[@KwasiOPK]

It’s tough in Germany but there is still a glimmer of hope if u have tough skin.. The influx of refugees didn’t also make the situation any better .. Bureaucracy impacts progress in so many areas, including the government sector.. German Economy is also on a downward spiral. Let’s hope all these economic and social factors improve to make this place one of the best places to live. That notwithstanding.. it is also not easy in the countries you compared Germany to. Each one has its pros and cons depending on what u want to achieve in life. All I can say is at the end of the day it all depends on the individual.

[@oceanwave4502]

Just a reminder that back then due to huge economic suffering, Hitler rose to power...

[@aleterra]

The grass is always greener...

[@saucegod3173]

Where you water it

[@paulaaa990-l1x]

Also I need to remind that Germans doesn't like REMOTE job and IT jobs are mostly in German. For example in Poland remote work is really common and english job too, but salaries are so low, even in IT.

[@johnnybaron5593]

Am in I.T in Germany and I can’t agree more.!!! It’s so annoying! Always going to the office and still underpaid! I’ll leave soon

[@paulaaa990-l1x]

​@@johnnybaron5593What is your profession, and which city are you in? I'm planning to move to Berlin soon."

[@HolgerJakobs]

Working from home has become more common, as well as the project language has become English mostly. It may differ from company to company.

[@gesm392]

I wanted to study IT

[@ellahenry3221]

Before you start a business in Germany you should read into the Wegzugsbesteuerung or Entstrickungsbesteuerung or even better if you ask a Steuerberater (tax counselor). The German government wants a big chunk of money that you haven't made yet, if you decide to shut down your business to leave the country.

[@sylvanusdable8720]

Actually, there's no country on earth where one can go without complaining. I read some comments talking about Canada as a good country where you can settle down and succeed. Let me laugh . I've been living in Canada ( Montreal ) since july 2014, so for 10 years . Even immigrants keep coming in this country, many others leave it every year for different reasons, except the winter . The cost of living in Canada is getting higher and higher year after year and the wages barely increase. Some things i used to buy for 20 dollars in 2014 cost now the double . I could tell about canada during hours .

[@amikche]

Yes true. Canada is not better than Germany

[@danielagarroux]

Totally agree, I was in Canada before coming to Germany, besides what you said, there is the drug crisis. I was in Vancouver and I was shocked, it felt like the apocalypse had arrived.

[@Viv8ldi]

Tolles Video Danke

[@danielagarroux]

I lived here between 2017 and 2020, I came now in March, the company did not continue my contract after the probation period for a stupid reason and I decided to return to my home country. I'm a skilled worker. I was in Canada before Germany also, I hate it, full of bodies lying on streets because of opioids. My country is not in war, just violent, but I prefer that because I can wear a dress and not be harassed. This is no longer the case in Germany any longer. Also, here to live with dogs is too expensive and so not flexible. I have two dogs and I prefer my home country for that. Here I spend all my weekends alone also. Anyway, there are always good parts and challenging parts anywhere, but Germany has changed a lot. I just feel a bit upset to have spent so much time learning the language.

[@Abigail-nc6in]

I'm sorry your contract wasn't renewed. Rest assured it's nothing personal against you. Best of luck with your future endeavours!

[@davifreitas2810]

are you by chance from brazil ?

[@ellahenry3221]

I was born and raised in Germany and I am living here since over 50 yrs . I am half African American and Live was good until about 2015. Since then, If you don't look Caucasian, you will not have it easy here. It's gotten worse since 2015, since many Arabic immigrants moved to Germany. Of course not all Germans are this way, but it feels like it's getting more and more. Germans are fed up with people from abroad, especially if you come from a completely different culture or if you don't look like a German. Some of them are worried that Germany loses their German identity. Besides that, the German leadership seems to be out of control, when you see what burden they put on the people. Germanys problems are man made. I am considering too to leave the country.

[@garrettjackson7865]

Come back to the USA!!

[@jeffmcbeff6084]

Since Millenium Germany changed so drasticly, i cant recognize it anymore! As a German i feel like a foreigner in my own Country! Maybe its better when it goes down the River and we start with a new sheet of paper.

[@riturajborah382]

It's a word salad. Basically, you mean you see a lot of non-white people (

[@SilviaJanis]

The issue of resident permit is another on another level here in Germany.i applied for an appointment to renew my resident permit since 14th of February and we are now in mid October, and am still waiting for dat appointment

[@gracefulrony]

I will beg to differ on the population of True Germans. Germany is a country of immigrants. The pure Germans( unmixed) do not outmatch the immigrants. Many were born here and claim Germans but they are not true Germans (hypothetical). In my work place only 20% are True Germans, many have parents from France, Italy, Hungary, etc and you cannot see the difference unless they tell you, not to even talk of Turkish , and other Arab countries...

[@Jcguy123]

Except those immigrants from Hungary, France or Italy assimilated into German society. They intermarried with Germans and blended in. Muslim migrants don’t do that, they refuse to assimilate into German society and self isolate themselves

[@HolgerJakobs]

There is no such thing as an ethnically pure German human being. But many immigrants from former times have been totally included into society, e. g. those from Poland who came around 1910. Those who came since the 1960 are different, though. There are about 25% foreigners in Germany nowadays.

[@Jcguy123]

@@HolgerJakobs yes there are pure Germans.

[@arnodobler1096]

Germany and a large part of Europe have always been migratory, at least since the Romans.

[@mwendapoleee]

@@arnodobler1096 Yes when you get to know their family history there are very few „real“ Germans.

[@Truth007-revealer]

Can you please make a video on Belgium work permit and job challenges in Belgium due to Language problems(Dutch & French) is mandatory for all IT jobs

[@HeyVieve]

Especially for unmarried people they get taxed higher infact the higher you earn the higher ur taxed

[@wora1111]

@HeyVieve So what? I am in the highest tax bracket myself and live very well. What is your problem? Do you know what that money is used for? Subsidizing Kindergarten, schools, university public transport, roads and so on. Would you want me to be rather unsocial and only take and never give?

[@HeyVieve]

@@wora1111 ur fighting with yourself please get alife okay ,i never said the money shouldnt be taxed or used to support the social system, i am simply just stating the fact on how it works . i am not the cause of your problems ok.

[@wora1111]

@@HeyVieve I have no problems. I just completed the information you offered by mentioning the reasons for taxing customs in a social system.

[@HolgerJakobs]

Yes, that is just fair. Stronger shoulders have to bear more. Still, there are too many super rich people avoiding paying taxes.

[@sirklatt]

@@wora1111 Bro they take almost 50% of your salary. This is not normal. Stop justifying it. I'm German myself.

[@falconheavy595]

I had a disagreement with my "very good neighbor" after two years of knowing him. During the argument, he said, "This is why Germans don't like Ausländers." He couldn't handle constructive criticism at all, and it changed my opinion of him.

[@Abigail-nc6in]

Unfortunately this sounds rather typical in my experience...

[@Glass_Nkoaa]

Many jobs pay higher salaries in the UK far more than Canada

[@mtenzagh]

It depends on your industry

[@arnodobler1096]

Maybe Banking or IT.

[@Ekpe1Angwan]

Do the hours leave you time to spend it? What of family life?

[@wojciechandrzej311]

I like Germany is only 80 km from my Forest. Did not visit for twenty years. Is the Forest protected like in Poland?

[@somnews6954]

Me too I gave my resident back and called back 18 persons as well very educated back to Africa…we are safe here earning good …helping each other making good Urlaubs around Africa 🙏

[@VivekKushwah-zi8cj]

Where in africa

[@thabangtladi8057]

@@VivekKushwah-zi8cj tgey will be all moving to South Africa to come and hate and fight black South Africans for their own country and calling them xenophobic simple because they want to be accepted by SAcn

[@NoctLightCloud]

tbh if I were black, I'd also go to Africa. Why be around people who don't look like you? You stick out your whole life on appereance alone. Good decision!

[@somnews6954]

@@NoctLightCloudit’s your choice white or black are welcome every corner in Africa

[@somnews6954]

@@VivekKushwah-zi8cj its not depend on special country its about whole Africa …iam freely travelling and making money as well

[@EL6033]

What you are sainh is 100% true. Im living since 22 Years here and wanna leave to.

[@Badin-qe6in]

Anyone who tells you salaries are better in germany than US and Canada is definately lieing. 49% of tax from your salary, at the end you remain with 51% .

[@HolgerJakobs]

Just be in need for some costly medical procedure and you are far better off in an EU country than in the US. The taxes are not for the government, but are spent on services for the people.

[@arnodobler1096]

And you still end up with more money left over. Over 60% of US people live from paycheck to paycheck. ! Billlion $ in credit card debt alone, then there are medical bills (main reason for personal bankruptcies in the US), then there are mortgages, tuition fees and the loans for them, daycare for the kids, then what you pay for out of pocket, you might need 2 or more cars, etc etc. Then US Americans are at work about 30% more a year. Puts everything into perspective, doesn't it? The hamster wheel only looks like a career ladder from the inside. There are 2 types of slavery, one in chains, the other in debt!

[@walid7415]

@@arnodobler1096 give us now statics about homeownership in Germany compared to US and the lifestyle of people in US compared to Germany.. US has harsher system compared to Germany but definitely more rewarding especially for highly skilled immigrants

[@arnodobler1096]

@@walid7415 European countries like Romania have a home ownership rate of 95%, Switzerland less than Germany, what does that tell us? Nothing! US single-family housing estates are so depressing, that's housing not living! Owning a house is also a burden, financially, emotionally and in terms of time. Oh and thanks again for the last global economic crisis in 2008/9, due to real estate and credit speculation. Irony off again! For young, healthy single men or women, with high education yes, everything else no!

[@mwendapoleee]

But in Germany you just work to eat ,sleep maybe holiday no ambitious plans,no house,self employment is almost impossible for foreigners too many regulations.In America you can work overtime in Germany you can’t cause it’s illegal and they tax you everything

[@darktheme2192]

Language: Language fluency or lack thereof plays into your feelings of being unwelcome. If you cannot communicate in their language, how are they able to communicate to you? Yes, many Germans do speak English but you cannot make them speak English all the time in Germany. Look at it this way, if they were to come to your country and live there for some time and not leaarn their language, how would you feel as a local? Try your best to learn the language on your own if you don't have budget. The Goethe Institut has free resources for learning German. How do I know? I am studying German on zero budget. Another way to learn German for free (sort of) is to find an employer that offer language training. My hubby went through that path and he and his colleagues are on schedule to do their B2 Prüfung in two weeks. In his experience, the Germans he has met are friendly and supportive but of course he tries his best to use German whenever he can. On the lack of support for foreigners: I live in Europe for 10 yrs and one of the things I've learned is: You have to find ways to help yourself. If you keep on waiting or relying for external help, nothing will happen to you or you cannot advance towards your goals as fast as you want. A friend of mine who lives in France joins marathons so he can improve his French. I believe there are hobby groups over there that you can join to improve your German. Or if you don't have time for it, try listening to podcasts. Bureaucracy: Or as I call it bureau-crazy, is everywhere. I realized this after having lived in 3 countries. You just have to tell yourself, "It is what it is" and be patient. And by you, I don't mean you the presenter but the public in general. Have a nice day!

[@davidadade]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@ayenia2736]

you nailed it. entitlement mentality destroying africa is what most of us brought here also. Taxes must be high as it is to make up for the free education, that is the only way we give back to the country, irresponsible people destroy economies. The only problem i feel here in germany is the stupid new attitudes of the politicians trying to allign with english world. Arabic and english world are the correct destroyers of this current world-- you must avoid their culture at all cost for your economy to be free from slavery

[@asiedu2869]

Stop talking shit..

[@cuc6410]

Okay the germans that settled in South Africans, Bulgaria, dubai, and many other countries, how come they didn't integrate or made any efforts learning the natives people's language?let's take swiss for example, though the language are much similar in German speaking regions but alots of them can't even speak swiss version of deutsch.

[@ayenia2736]

@@cuc6410 german language is one of the official language of the Swiss because there are native german land in that area of the language. So, that does not make sense to be queried. In south africa, dubai, bulgaria, can any german become a citizen of these countries without a fluency in the language of such country? show me any germen voted into any political office in any of these countries with only a competent german language without ability to speak the native languages of such country ? Even in south africa, your expertice of the indigenous language is no requirement for a citizenship-- One of your parents must be a citizen, no matter the number of years or tax you pay in south africa, only birth and in exceptional cases marriage makes you a citizen-- that is the law. Respect people the exact way they respect you, please

[@billbuchanan1381]

Why should Germans in Germany be expected to speak English or another foreign language to make things easier for foreigners who can’t speak German? In which country do the people there learn English or another language to make things easier for incomers? That’s crazy. If you want to move to Germany,LEARN at least some basic GERMAN!!

[@johnnybaron5593]

You sound very ignorant and st*pid. Go to the Scandinavian countries you’ll change this silly mindset of yours! I’m German but currently in Denmark. Even kids and old aged people speaks English here as their second language. Germans learn English in school, they just don’t wanna speak it cos they feel so entitled to German language. Do you wanna tell me they speak German when they travel outside of Germany? Travel Man! And change this narratives of yours. Shalom 🫡

[@Anastasis-is-here]

All the civilised countries speak English. Germans just can't get over their inferiority complex. As of now English is the international language and thus part of your education.

[@Ummuhum]

In Deutschland sprechen wir doch alle Basis Englisch. Ist halt ne Weltsprache.

[@Witflick]

Privileged mindset. I'm English and I believe if you go to Germany you should learn German and not speak English to Germans it's rude.

[@raedardiy2661]

In arab golf countries they don't force you to learn arabic, in Holland you can manage only in English

[@germling9596]

Germany is good if you stay at arm's length and learn to bend the rules. Don't get too big and don't get too close, everyone's a cop here. Do your thing and have an exit plan.

[@Abigail-nc6in]

Fantastic advice!!!

[@danield7789]

Germany is really difficult country. The culture basically not worth it. Also the salaries are low so think twice before coming

[@fatimaahmed7249]

You'd be surprised to know that, a large number of Germans would gladly leave Germanyfor another country too, if only they had the financial wherewithals to do so. I agree with 1-9 , But, Nr. 10 is not quite correct. See, most Germans (irrespective of party affiliations) are of the opinion that there are too many immigrants in Germany.

[@riturajborah382]

There's no where in the world like your own home. Every foreign country has its challenges. Germany is level 3. But once you learn to cope and keep your eyes on the positive side, you can make your life here.

[@alfredmonye8528]

It surprises me sometimes because I lived 14 years now in Germany 🇩🇪 and I have been working very hard and doing things back home 🏡, my relatives and friends in other countries like US and UK 🇬🇧 are even Jealous of my Achievement and they left Home before me, so I really find it difficult to believe what I hear about Germany 🇩🇪, guys just hustle and stop complaining pls.

[@arnodobler1096]

We had the highest emigration figures in 2016, after the pandemic they rose again (mainly Turks and Syrians). There are still more coming than going.

[@tommy22b]

Every country has its positives and negatives. If you leave to another country learning their language should be a priority to feel part of that society and understand the culture. It's also respectful. Staying in our country of birth and trying to build it up is the best option though.

[@ForestEchoes-t4m]

Add to the list the awful health care system and having to wait months to get a doctor appointment.

[@itsworkinprogress]

Never move to the UK.... just say'in

[@aleterra]

​@@itsworkinprogress Or Canada...

[@arnodobler1096]

USA has 2.59 doctors per 1,000 inhabitants, Germany 4.33. For hospital beds: US 2.8 Germany 8.22. Switzerland, the Netherlands and Germany have the shortest waiting times for medical appointments in the world.

[@OtheDaddy]

Please, I would like to know countries that have a much better health system.

[@armanderuni3628]

I want to ask that Engineers, Doctors wage is how much in Germany ? Computer engineer gains 10.000 Euro per month. This is true ?

[@krankfurt-e4g]

😂 no seniors get 4-5k netto max

[@ricksworlddereaux2397]

Germany is big as Montana..and now got 245 billionairies..if you not make it in Germany..then you fail in Canada for shure..livingcosts in Canada are now triple,compare then what you pay here,and here you got cheap groceries,rents,and healthcare..with 3000€ in Germany you can live like a king .😂😂yes you need learn the language in Germany..i bin to Canada,USA,UK ..many times,..so i know the difference.

[@itsworkinprogress]

I've travelled recently to Canada and talked quite a bit to the Uber drivers who all were immigrants. None of them seemed happy.

[@johnnybaron5593]

@@itsworkinprogressyou want real life experience you’re asking an Uber driver? Pls how serious are you? 😂

[@SteffenWernicke]

3000 Euro netto - you live good in east Germany - Görlitz or Guben or Forst. Not like a King, but OK. Anything below 2500 Euro is very bad, because the monthly netto should be at least 2/3 higher than the costs for your apoartment. 833 Euro is the monthly cost of a 55m² appartment in east Germany in a concrete panel house. The average price of such an appartment in west Germany is around 1200 Euro per month, so your monthly net income must be a minimum of 3600 Euro to participate in all days life in Germany. 3600 Euro net is 6000 Euro brutto. Then the expenses for your employer are 7150 Euro approximately every month. You must make a plus of at least 7150 Euro for your company to get 3600 Euro to live normally in west Germany. Thats the reality. If you come from some african country without any special education that is highly needed, you will achive with your hands work a maximum of 1900 Euro netto. Please dont go to Germany!

[@ricksworlddereaux2397]

@@SteffenWernicke Dude a normal.labour salary in germany is about 1500€..i got a 3 Room Flat in Göttingen Germany with a 10 year old Contract ,hot rent is 560€..plus electric 90€ and wifi.all i end up under 800€ a new Contract of my Neighbour is 720€ plus extras.will end up at 1000€..same size Flat..my Groceries a Months not exeds 300€....so 1200€ cover all my expenses..with a car 1500€ are sufficent..i got a indian IT Friend he earns 3000€ ,and he feel here like a rich Men..compare to what he would earn in india with 1000€....with that Amount in the USA you would now end up,in a Trailerpark if you own one,or under a Bridge,so Germany is still a good Country..not forget the cheap healthcare..even a foreigner receives it here after he register,better it can get..thanks to the SPD live is still good here.🤔👍🇩🇪 .

[@ricksworlddereaux2397]

@@SteffenWernicke Who wants to live in the ex GDR..its still another Country after 35years ,they backward people like nazis or kommis....even they like to prefer to live and work in the west ..🤣🤣🤣

[@noezyks6652]

German people r friendly if u can behave but the weather is the worst imo. U feel suicidale, if ur from a sunny region

[@davidselasieovuike7015]

You guys confuses us. Many videos claim Germany Salaries are better than US, Canada and many Europe countries.

[@davidadade]

It depends on the sector or industry. From my little research, I think finance, tech, marketing, health sectors etc. pay well in the US.

[@mtenzagh]

I've heard that salaries in Germany are much higher than in most European countries. Actually, this is the first time I’ve heard of such. I thought it was common knowledge that the USA especially has higher wages than most countries.

[@asiedu2869]

Don't be deceived, go to America, don't try coming Germany..

[@NG-lt5to]

@@mtenzagh The Gross Salary for sure is higher, but after Living Cost, Taxes , Social Contribution, other cost...... not anymore. You will give up 50% effectively 60-70% so you just can keep 30 % of your Net..... For some people that's fine, especially for high performers, but low wage jobs forget it man

[@mtenzagh]

@@NG-lt5to They don't pay as much in taxes and social contributions compared to Canada and most European countries. It all depends on the goal of the individual. A guy who moved from the UK to the USA once said that if you can work for your money and expenses, choose the USA over any other country.

[@wolfgangsprenger3700]

Thank you, David. And there is still another reason why even native Germans are leaving the country: The proximity to the Ukrain war. Many people are afraid of an escalation. They want to get out as long as it is still possible...

[@harism2001]

Lots moving to Dubai. Even the native Germans.

[@DannyStar-vy4xg]

thanks for this nice overview. no country likes to be flooded with immigrants. germany is planning to spent 46 billions in 2025 in its household on this topic. absolutely crazy. I am preparing possibilities in ghana far awaway from any difficult future events in europe (www3?). I love this country. its warm, nice beaches and a lot of business opportunities like a,raw diamond. all the best. god bless u❤

[@Youknowitall-G1]

People complaining of Germany should go to middle east as see what undiluted racism is😂

[@noezyks6652]

Not when ur a pale skin. U R seen as GOD everywhere😁

[@derekinstuttgart3810]

Good bye and good luck.... the grass is always greener some where else again good luck .

[@lynnsintention5722]

So true what you say about career..Germany is not an upward mobility country even for Germany and ofcourse for foreigners it is even more difficult. YOu are not expected to want to uograde but stay where you are and rely on trade unions to negotiate your income. Germans are worker bees and not entrapenurial. About the AFD , I live in the East of Germany and here the AFD is very powerfull even all my froends have voted for them even though they love ma and I am clearly a foreigner, I am a brown person so you can see it but even my blond girlfriend from the USA feels it. Germans do not like foreigners and although they let alot of foreigners in, the normal people do not like it and no matter what the government does the normal people will resist it. Also alot of foreigners were let in who just live off the Governement and have no intention of working and even if they do want to work the only jobs available if you do not speak Germans are very menial jobs that no one wants. There is alot of criminal foreigners too and they ruin the reputation for those like me who work hard and cause no problems.

[@mwendapoleee]

Even when you speak the language you don’t get better jobs or get trained it’s all systemic racism,they want all foreigners to have those low paying jobs.

[@arnonym5430]

And at my workplace, there was someone who insulted me as black, and then went on to call all blacks monkeys, spread racist rumors about immigrants and minorities in general and at the same time he said syrians are somehow ok, despite me being even more german than this faschist NPD fucker, he basically wanted me to become hateful against germans, btw the arabs are no better, even worse! I cant freaking stand them anymore!

[@hassanzorome7497]

Has a US citizen I’m planning to live in Germany 6 months a year when I retire.I have no desire to work in Europe cause I’m doing well financially in America.I just want to travel trough all continent Europe for fun and enjoy my Golden years.

[@sherman1989]

Welcome to European Welfare State.