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  • Connect with fellow Latvians in Germany

  • Get information in our Germany guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Germany

  • Daiki Saito

    When my company decided to send me to Essen, I took a quick look at the local community and said: Please do!

InterNations – The Place for Latvians Living in Germany

Want to connect with the expat community of Latvians in Germany? Looking for Latvian compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Latvian expats to go on an excursion to the picturesque islands off the Frisian coast with?

InterNations Germany offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Germany or are still in Latvia planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Latvian expats in Germany is going very strong, with members having roots all across Latvia - from Daugavpils, over Jelgava to Riga.

Latvian Expats Moving to Germany: Your Questions, Answered

If you’re a new or soon-to-be expat in Germany, you probably aren’t quite sure yet what it will be like. That’s why we gathered the answers to some key questions you may have about life in Germany. If you want to ask more specific questions — or even share your own tips — join InterNations! You’ll be part of a community of new and experienced expats who love to help each other out.

What are the most common nationalities in Germany? As an expat in Germany, you'll meet people from many different cultures (especially if you're an InterNations member!) The top nationalities in the InterNations Communities in Germany currently are:

  • Americans
  • Indians
  • Italians
  • British

Which cities are most popular among expats in Germany? Some cities attract more expats than others. These are the cities with the largest expat communities in Germany:

  • Berlin
  • Hamburg
  • Munich

How much rent do expats pay in Germany? Your personal situation plays a role here. Single expats spend on average 950 USD on their accommodation per month, while expat families spend around 1.825 USD. And of course, rents can also vary greatly depending on the location and city within Germany.

To give you an idea of what to expect, here are some rent averages for the most popular cities in Germany.

Average rent in Berlin

  • Single expats: 1.425 USD
  • Expat families: 2.560 USD

Average rent in Hamburg

  • Single expats: 1.120 USD
  • Expat families: 2.150 USD

Average rent in Munich

  • Single expats: 1.565 USD
  • Expat families: 2.730 USD

How safe is Germany?
You may be wondering about safety. In general people perceive their personal safety situation in Germany as very safe. People rate the risk of falling victim to petty crime (such as pickpocketing or minor theft) as very low. They consider the chance of being the victim of violent crime (including mugging) very low. And, they rate confidence in the police force and related local authorities as very high.

How safe is Germany for women? Female expats rated the safety situation in Germany as very safe. This is based on the feedback of expat women living in Germany (rather than actual crime statistics). So obviously this can be highly subjective and depends on factors such as where people live.

Meet other Latvians at our events in Germany

Attend our monthly events and activities for Latvians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

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Hello Movie lovers, Let's go and watch the Oscar winner for the best animated movie 2024 and the Golden globe award for the best motion picture animated 2024 at Babylon Kreuzberg Kino. The Boy and t
Mar 18, 2024, 9:00 PM
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Dear Karaoke lovers and peeps who love to have fun, Please join on friday 29.03.24 by participating in the karaoke evening planned by me in the Oreillys bar in Düsseldorf Altstadt. No costs but for
Dear bike friends, I would like to invite you on the next trip to discover Munich. Let's continue with one bike trip "Von Isar nach Grünwald" Please see details: https://www.komoot.de/tour/6790822

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    From Latvia, living in Munich
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    From Latvia, living in Munich
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    From Latvia, living in Berlin
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    From Latvia, living in Munich
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    From Latvia, living in Munich
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    From Latvia, living in Berlin
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    From Latvia, living in Berlin
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    From Latvia, living in Munich
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    From Latvia, living in Berlin

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Tips and Advice on Germany from Your Fellow Latvian Expats

Obviously, expat life in Germany goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Latvians is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the German mentality and way of life. Latvians in Germany are a part of our community, calling cities such as Hamburg, Munich, Berlin, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow Latvians in Berlin, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Latvian delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the German InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Latvia.
  • On the Germany Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get pirags in Berlin, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Germany has information on the nearest Latvian embassy and many other institutions.

From the picturesque islands off the Frisian coast to beautiful Bavaria, you can meet supportive and friendly Latvian expats in Germany on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Latvians in Germany

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Germany. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some German roast pork with Knödel, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Berlin’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Germany? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the sublime Alpine scenery and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Latvia and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Sveiki from our Latvians living in Germany!

  • Daiki Saito

    When my company decided to send me to Essen, I took a quick look at the local community and said: Please do!

  • Cristina Fernandez

    On InterNations I did not only meet interesting people but I also found a flat near Bochum and settled in quickly. A great platform.

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