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    What I really like about InterNations Munich? The wonderful crowd of outgoing and lively expats at our local events, of course!

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Are you a British citizen living in Munich or thinking about moving here?

Experiencing Munich and the German culture can be fun and exciting, but sometimes you just want to spend time with your fellow countrymen. Maybe you want to watch football together with other Brits, you’re craving some good fish and chips and need a recommendation, or you’d just love to discuss the latest UK politics with someone.

Luckily, the InterNations community has got you covered. Discover the ins and outs of life in Munich from a British perspective — and have fun getting together with fellow expats in the city.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Munich

71,541
members in Munich
2,569
British members
192
monthly events
6,029
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Why do Brits move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we run one of the biggest global surveys among expats and ask them about various aspects of their life. Learn what motivates our Canadian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

The pros & cons of living in Munich

No place is perfect. There’s always the good, the bad, and the ugly — find out what our Canadian members love about their life abroad but also the challenges they face in Munich.

Pros:

  • Safety: Munich is a very safe city. There’s relatively little crime, with Munich regularly ranking as the safest big city in Germany.

  • Charm: Munich is a city that combines nature with big city life. The culture in Munich is very laid back and comparatively slow.

  • Vacation days: In Germany, you’re entitled to a minimum of 20 vacation days a year (for a 5-day week). The actual number of vacation days is often notably higher, though. Plus, Bavaria has many public holidays throughout the year. This gives you more time to relax than you would with the minimum ten days of vacation time in Canada.

  • Public transportation: Public transportation in Munich is much superior to that of the UK (London excluded). Buses and trams as well as the S-Bahn and subway are kept clean and offer frequent services. Tickets are affordable, especially when getting a monthly pass, and often also cover children accompanying their parents.

Cons:

  • Bureaucracy: German bureaucracy can be a nightmare. Researching and finding answers to your questions may take a long time, and few things are done online. All official documents are typically still sent to you by post.

  • Cultural differences: Germans are not known to be as friendly as Canadians, so making local connections might be harder.

  • Language barrier:While you can get by with just English, it can be hard to connect with others and carry out specific tasks without knowing German. Official appointments, finding housing, or doctor visits, for example, often require some knowledge of the local language — and German is not an easy language to learn.

  • Taxes: Germany can be brutal with its tax system. The tax and social contributions are very high, especially compared to the UK. Germany was ranked second for high tax burdens among 38 OECD countries.

What I love about Munich is I get to live in a clean city with excellent public transportation and historic buildings. Large parks and scenery are nearby, together with lots of art and culture.) British expat in Munich
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Meet British expats at our events in Munich

Making friends and building a network in a new city can be hard. So, you’ll be glad to learn that at our events, everyone is from somewhere else and it’s completely normal to introduce yourself to people and ask them about their own expat journey.

Newcomers’ Events are specially geared towards people new to the city. Our hosts, called Ambassadors, will greet you with open arms and introduce you to other newcomers or more experienced expats living in Munich.

InterNations events have helped me with networking, making new connections, and getting used to the local culture. (British member in Munich)
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Jul 17, 2025, 7:00 PM
27 attendees
FERDINAND PORSCHE AND OTHER PIONEERS OF MOBILITY FROM BOHEMIA AND MORAVIA, from 18.07.2025 to 11.01.2026 It is not technology that makes history, but the people who invented it.’ This sentence is a
Jul 17, 2025, 7:00 PM
4 attendees
One of 1st chinese restaurant recommended to me by Singapore friend when i first came Munich. Never disappoints. Its has mixed of delicious china , hongkong and south east asian style dishes. Pekin
Jul 25, 2025, 7:30 PM
159 attendees
We got crazy........ We are very glad to invite you to a free Event in a very new location with a very friendly atmosphere! Paradise Bar is located in the elegant Hotel Krone and features a beautiful
Aug 1, 2025, 8:00 PM
3 attendees
Dear all, Let us enjoy another Summer night in Helene Disco! The disco will be reserved only for us from 20:00 to 22:00, then it will be opened for the public. Of course we can stay with the public

Want to meet other Brits at our events?

Frequent questions about expat life in Munich

Where can I meet other British expats in Munich?

If you’re into the idea of just bumping into other Brits in a bar, you can try your luck with places like Kilians or Kennedy’s, Irish pubs that also show major football and rugby games like the Premier League and the Six Nations Championship. But that’s doing it the hard way in our opinion.

It’s much easier to make friends when attending specific events for global minds. Our InterNations events are a great opportunity to meet British and other English-speaking expats in Munich. Especially our Newcomers’ Events are geared towards introducing newbies to the community, which makes finding your first friends a whole lot easier than trying your luck in a bar. It’s much easier to make friends when attending specific events for global minds. Our InterNations events are a great opportunity to meet fellow Canadians and other English-speaking expats in Munich. Especially our Newcomers’ Events are geared towards introducing you to the community, which makes finding your first friends a whole lot easier than trying your luck in a bar.

How much money should I make to live in Munich?

The average cost of living in Munich can range from 2,000 to 3,500 EUR depending on your circumstances and family situation. Most people say to live comfortably in Germany with your family you should earn about 5,000 EUR monthly.

Let’s break down the costs of living in Munich:

Utilities (power, water, etc.)

260 GBP

300 EUR

Rent for a studio apartment

1,300 GBP

1,500 EUR

Rent for a small family home

1,700–2,100 GBP

2,000-2,500 EUR

Public transportation

40 GBP

50 EUR

Mobile phone & internet

50 GBP

60 EUR

Meal at a restaurant (per person)

17 GBP

20 EUR

Groceries (per person)

170–300 GBP

200-350 EUR

Basic health insurance (public)

min. 14.6% of gross salary

Will I be able to survive in Munich without speaking German?

Munich is a very international city that receives a substantial number of foreign tourists every year. So, getting around with no to very limited German skills is doable. But it won’t always be easy! The most challenging moments usually occur when you must get official paperwork done, are looking for a flat, need to see a doctor, and similar.

So ideally, you treat your time in Munich as an opportunity to learn some German. There’s a wide variety of affordable language schools to get you started. And of course, these days there are also several apps that allow you to improve on your own time and budget.

To make your time in Munich a bit easier, we’ve collected some services that cater to English speakers (these services are not affiliated with or endorsed by InterNations): So ideally, you treat your time in Munich as an opportunity to learn some German. There’s a wide variety of affordable language schools to get you started. Or you use online apps to improve on your own time and budget.

To make your time in Munich a bit easier, we’ve collected some services that cater to English speakers (these services are not affiliated with or endorsed by InterNations):

General practitioner (GP)

Medical Care Directory by the US Embassy List of English-speaking doctors and medical services in Munich; includes their location so you can find one close to you

Dentist

Zahnarztpraxis Dr. Topp https://www.drtopp.de/kontakt-anfahrt The dentist speaks multiple languages besides English; easy to reach by U-Bahn or bus:

Munich Smiles Easily reachable dentist in the city center

Urgent care

Helios Hospital providing medical assistance in the language you speak in, with several locations across Germany

Immigration assistance

Immigration-Germany.co Relocation and visa support with a full-service approach

Tax advisor

Privatax A tax adviser that will prevent you from being double taxed and help you navigate the German tax system

Instant interpreting service

Dolmetscher agentur 24 Round the clock interpretation services and more

What I like about my life in Munich? I get good pay without compromising my work–life balance in a clean and safe environment. (British expat in Munich)
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Find friends to pursue your passions with

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Munich? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, covering everything from music making to running and beyond.

These groups are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. Enjoy dinners in Munich’s finest restaurants with the DinnerNations Group or join the New in Town Group to explore all that the city has to offer, from the Nymphenburg Palace to Marienplatz, a major public space in the heart of Munich with plenty of cafes and bars.

There are also groups for various sports, you can keep your mind active at the Writers Café or with the Coaching Pioneers, and much more!

InterNations events have helped me with networking, making new connections, and getting used to the local culture. (InterNations member)
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Find other Brits to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the international experience with InterNations

We’re not just active in Munich — InterNations offers lively communities in most of Germany’s major cities.

If you’re travelling or moving within the country, check out our British communities in Berlin, Hamburg , Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, Essen, Cologne, Bonn, Regensburg, Heidelberg, Stuttgart, or many more cities.

  • Antoine Mariaux

    What I really like about InterNations Munich? The wonderful crowd of outgoing and lively expats at our local events, of course!

  • Chen Ming

    I had my first "mass" of Oktoberfest beer at the InterNations event for the Munich expat community - thank you, InterNations! :)

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