Will my degree from America in law enforcement work in Germany

Will my degree from America in law enforcement work in Germany?
I am American and my wife is German. We are currently living in America but look to be moving to Germany soon. Will my degree here be enough to land me a job in law enforcement there or am I out of luck?
Law Enforcement & Police - 1 Answers
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Yes it could land you are Job if they need for a special task someone with your knowledge and experience. There also many private security Jobs or customs operations, police international Investigations , there always looking for people with another language or cultural experience.

Can a TV I bought in Germany work in the US

Can a TV I bought in Germany work in the US?
I was living in Germany for the last 4 years, and am now moving back to the US. I have a 42" plasma and an 32" LCD TV that were bought in Germany. Can I just use a plug adapter and use them in the US, or are they pretty much useless if I bring them over?
TVs - 2 Answers
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Well, while they do make adapters for the power cord, the problem is that the TV broadcast system in Germany is called PAL and it's different from the system used in the USA, which is called NTSC or ATSC. They do make adapters to play an NTSC signal on a PAL TV set, but I've heard that they don't really work very well, sorry. Good luck, and the links below are to webpages about PAL vs NTSC signals, and to a company that sells NTSC to PAL adapters...
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Check the TV specs online. See if they support 60Hz signals at all. A lot of modern HDTVs actually do. Or check to see what resolutions they list as supported. If they support 720x480 (sometimes just called 480i) and 720x576 (576i) then they will handle working in North America. The HD resolutions don't matter becasue they are the same in both Europe and North America. Its only making sure the TV can tolerate the North American SD content and frame rates that matters. But you will want to definitely rock an HDMI connection in the US when feeding the TVs a signal. Some of the other connection types might not play as nice with doing an NTSC signal (for what is a PAL TV). But HDMI can handle all the flavors that your TV can handle. Otherwise you need a converter box. And to get one that you can feel confident would work, you will want a high end one. Those will run you $250-$400 possibly. So maybe still useful for the Plasma, but maybe not so handy for the 32" LCD (considering you can get a brand new 32" LCD from Amazon.com for $399 - the Panasonic TC-L32C12). Here's a couple of converters to give you an idea, http://www.converters.tv/products/ntsc_to_hdtv/443.html - Component Inputs http://www.converters.tv/products/ntsc_to_hdtv/610.html - Composite Inputs http://www.converters.tv/products/hdtv_to_hdtv/611.html - another Component Input option

Can a Rumanian citizen work in Germany

Can a Rumanian citizen work in Germany?
I am a Romanian and I have been working in Spain for some years now.But due to the high unemployment in this country I would like to move to Germany or Belgium. Do I have the right to work in any of these 2 countries? I understand there is a clause that allows Germany and other countires to deny us to work there.Is that true?Thank you all in advance.
Immigration - 3 Answers
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No
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yes, just stay away from romanian women, i hear they have hairy armpits and never shave their legs. you are probably better off with a german girl, they are a damn sight cleverer too.
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things are no better in those countries

what is the voltage of electrical net work in Germany

what is the voltage of electrical net work in Germany?
im travelling to germany and i dont know will i need an adaptor for charging mobile?
Other - Electronics - 1 Answers
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220v They use the two round pins so you need a physical adaptor. You shouldn't need a transformer for a mobile because phone power supplies all support 110 to 240V

Is a spouse on 'dependant resident permit' be allowed to work in germany

Is a spouse on 'dependant resident permit' be allowed to work in germany?
I am an Indian and going to germany on 'resident permit work visa' and would want my husband (he is Indian too) to join me later. I would like to know that if he comes on dependant visa will he be allowed to work full time in Germany? what are the rules in germany on this. Someone pls guide me.
Other - Germany - 2 Answers
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I think the names of the different visas sums it up: a resident permit work visa allows you to work, and a dependant resident permit means you are dependant on someone else for your income--- you can't work.
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Could you please email me? Using the exact German terms? It would make it easier for me to look it up. Right now I am simply too tired to guess under which paragraph you got the residency and work permit for Germany and under which paragraphs your husband would join you.

I am a rumanian citizen living in Spain.Can I work in Germany

I am a rumanian citizen living in Spain.Can I work in Germany?
I am a Romanian and I have been working in Spain for some years now.But due to the high unemployment in this country I would like to move to Germany or Belgium. Do I have the right to work in any of these 2 countries? I understand there is a clause that allows Germany and other countires to deny us to work there.Is that true?Thank you all in advance.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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No
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You have the right to work -as employed or self-employed- without a work permit in: Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. Until 31 December 2013, your ability to work might be restricted in: * Austria * Belgium * France * Germany * Ireland * Italy * Luxembourg * Malta * The Netherlands * United Kingdom To work in these countries, you will need a work permit. Some countries have simplified their procedures or reduced restrictions in some sectors or for some professions. Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein impose full restrictions. Switzerland can impose restrictions until 31 May 2016.

Can a british phone (Samsung) work in germany

Can a british phone (Samsung) work in germany?
I have a samsung phone and I was wondering if it would work if I took it to Germany. Please help!
Cell Phones & Plans - 1 Answers
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NOOOOOOOOOO

In ww2 the UK had a icon that encoranged women to work, did germany ECT have one too

In ww2 the UK had a icon that encoranged women to work, did germany ECT have one too?
Rosie the Riviter was british i think, and she was a cartoon made to encorage women to work.
History - 1 Answers
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German women were supposed to have chidren, "Uber-Jungen" and this ideal still persists in the country today.

Would an American PS3 console work in Germany

Would an American PS3 console work in Germany?
I'm taking my PS3 to Germany. I want to know how I could make this work because I heard about "electrical" problems. Also would German PS3 games work on an American console and vise versa? If you have any information that would help please let me know. Thank you! Ok! That's great! So the games are region free. What about the console itself working on German electricity? Their plugs are different than ours right?
PlayStation - 5 Answers
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nope.both r wrong.the region code is different
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no for either sadly
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the people above me are wrong. ps3 games are region free, which means that every ps3 game will work on every ps3, regardless of region
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99% of games are region free. Movies are not region free though. also if you can play ps2 games on your ps3 most ps2 games have a region which wont allow you to play.
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I own US PS3 in Europe. Almost all games run (except GTA IV on SDTV, it'll run on HDTV). Get a good (400-500 watt converter). Make sure TV supports NTSC signal (not important with HDTV).

I work in Germany english but it defaults to german. How do I change it

I work in Germany english but it defaults to german. How do I change it ?
My yahoo mail comes up in german because I'm in germany. I want to change it to english. How do I do that?
Personalization - 1 Answers
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You can change it from mail-settings: default display language or you can use an english proxy

I am swedish and I would like to move and work in Germany. Do I need a work permit

I am swedish and I would like to move and work in Germany. Do I need a work permit ?
I am a member of the EU-countries. Do have I the right to live and work in Germany ? What are the documents do I need ?
Immigration - 2 Answers
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No you do not need a work permit because you are European. However I would o to the German Consulate or Embassy and check out what do you need to do if you get a job in Germany. Yes, you have the right to live and work not only in Germany but in any country within the EU. As far as I know however every country has it internal procedures. Do not worry I just would grab my luggage and go... That is the beauty of the EU... Enjoy!!!
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I agree with Cristina.The EU "Freizügigkeitsregelung" should allow that.However, you'll certainly need some social security document.

How Can I Find Work In Germany As An American Without A College Degree Or Any Special Training

How Can I Find Work In Germany As An American Without A College Degree Or Any Special Training?
I am 27 years old without kids and before I get too old and have regrets I would like to see the world;Germany specifically. Any German residents out there willing to help me? Or maybe some wealthy people out there want to help this small town Kentucky guy realized his dream of seeing the world for a year or so?
Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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Join the military and get stationed in Germany.
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Check CHRMA on the net you can find a job with the U.S Army in Germany they will have a list of jobs.
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check the big work websites like monster, some of them have a way to post to a specific country. Also, if you live near a big city, go to the libray. There are papers from Germany that are in English and have ads. Good Luck. Been to Germany several times, its a great place!.

How does the Voting System in Germany work

How does the Voting System in Germany work ?
Can you explain the Voting System in Germany ?
Other - Politics & Government - 1 Answers
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Candidates may be nominated by any party which has (i) had at least five representatives in the Bundestag or a state (Land) parliament throughout the time since the last election of such parliament or (ii) given formal notice that it intends to take part in the election and been officially recognised as a party by the Federal Electoral Committee. Nominations of constituency candidates must be personally signed in writing by at least 200 persons eligible to vote. If a new party wishes to register a state list of candidates, the signature of one per thousand persons of such state eligible to vote in the last Bundestagelection is required, subject to a maximum requirement of 2000 such signatures. The candidates on constituency and state lists differ from state to state. Each constituency elects one representative to the Bundestag on a first-past-the-post basis. Each voter has two votes: one for the election of the constituency representative, and a second based on the state list of candidates. In the event of a tied vote, the chief electoral officer draws a lot. Under an amendment to the Federal Election Act of 8 March 1985, the d/Hondt electoral system was replaced by the Hare‑Niemeyer system. Under the latter, the total number of seats in the Bundestag is multiplied by the number of votes cast for each party and the resulting number is divided by the total number of votes cast for all the parties elected to the Bundestag; seats are then allocated to each party on the basis of the resulting whole number. Any remaining seats are then allocated in the order of the highest fractions. From the resulting number of seats for each party the number of constituency seats won by it is then subtracted. The remaining number of seats is then filled by each party from its state list according to the numerical order of candidates on that list (disregarding any candidates who have been elected as constituency representatives). If a party does not have enough candidates on its state list to fill the number of seats to which it is entitled, these seats remain vacant. All constituency seats won by a party are retained by that party even if the number of these is greater than the total number to which it is entitled under the First Chamber of the German Parliament proportional system ("extra-proportional seats"); in this case, the total number of seats in the Bundestag isincreased accordingly. In order to vote in an election, it is necessary to be registered in an electoral register or in possession of a voting certificate. For the purpose of your participation in the election to the Bundestag, the relevant constituency would be the one in which you have resided uninterruptedly for at least three months since your departure. The voting slips are uniform. The members of the Bundestag (the German Parliament) are representatives of the whole German people elected in general, direct, free, equal and secret elections. They shall not be bound by any instructions, only by their conscience (Article 38 of the Basic Law, the German constitution). The German electoral system attempts to combine majority and proportional representation, it is called a system of personalized proportional representation. This system is generally adhered to in elections on the national as well as, with minor regional variations, on the state (provincial) level. This system has the advantage of producing legislative assemblies that reflect the whole spectrum of electoral views much more accurately than the "winner-takes-all" effect of majority suffrage. At the same time, it may also result in situations where it is more difficult to form a government majority than under the single-member constituency system in Great Britain, for instance. Each voter has two votes, the first vote (Erststimme) is given directly to one of the candidates in their respective constituency. The successful candidate is elected on a plurality basis. One half (328 ) of all seats in the Bundestag is thus filled by representatives directly chosen. The second vote (Zweitstimme), however, can only be given to the state list of candidates (Landesliste) drawn up by the parties in the 16 federal states (Bundeslaender). The remaining 328 seats in the Bundestag are then distributed among the parties in proportion to the number of second votes cast for their respective lists. In order to counteract the inherent danger of proportional representation to produce a large number of small parties without allowing clear-cut majorities, a party must win at least 5% of all second votes or carry three electoral districts to enter the Bundestag. The 16 federal states (Bundesländer) elect their own legislative bodies, usually called "Landtag" or, in case of the city states, "Bürgerschaft" (Bremen and Hamburg) or "Abgeordnetenhaus" (Berlin) under very similar electoral rules. The electoral system Germany is a federal republic and a parliamentary democracy. As such it is based on the sovereignty of the people. Article 20 of the Basic Law stipulates that all public authority emanates from the people. The people exercise their constitutional authority in general elections. Referenda on the federal level are only provided for in the case of modifying state boundaries. The responsibility of public authority is entrusted to the legislature, the executive and the judiciary (separation of powers). Bundestag The parliament of Germany - called the Bundestag - is located in the capital city Berlin, where it moved in the summer of 1999 from its former home in Bonn.The Bundestag is elected by the people every four years. It may only be dissolved by the Federal President under exceptional circumstances. The Bundestag elects the Federal Chancellor who then forms the government. Together with the Bundesrat (Federal Council), which represents the federal states (Bundesländer), the Bundestag enacts the laws of the nation. The current President of the Bundestag is Wolfgang Thierse. The President of the Bundestag has a similar function to the Leader of the House of Commons in the UK. Although most parliamentary bills are introduced by the Federal Government, some are initiated from the floor of the Bundestag itself. The Bundestag debates fundamental political issues and focusses public attention on them. Article 38 of the Basic Law says that members of the Bundestag shall not be bound by instructions, only by their conscience. Nomination of candidates Candidates running for constituency seats in the Bundestag are nominated in a secret ballot by party members or their delegates (section 22 of the Federal Electoral Law). This right of party members to nominate candidates is of decisive importance. Candidates for state lists are nominated by the state representatives' assemblies of the respective political party as prescribed by the Federal Electoral Law. However, the most common practice is for this function to be carried out by the state delegates' assemblies or the party conferences. They, too, would be overburdened if they were to compile the lists themselves. In practice, therefore, they decide on lists prepared by the state executives or special commissions, representing a compromise between the preferences of senior party organs, the parliamentary groups, the local councils and the associations connected with and supporting the party. It is possible to virtually guarantee election to a candidate by giving him/her a place well up on the party list if his/her chances of winning a constituency seat directly are uncertain. This often happens with federal ministers or other politicians of special importance to their parties, whose political positions are "guaranteed" (abgesichert) by their respective positions on the list. Persons not affiliated with any party may only run as individuals for direct election in a constituency; they cannot submit state lists. Such independent candidates must have the support of at least 200 voters in their district personally signing their nomination. When an MP (or in German: MdB for "Mitglied des Bundestags") leaves the Bundestag, for example because he renounces his seat or dies, the next candidate on the state list of the party for which he was elected to the Bundestag takes his place. This applies to members elected via the state list. However according to a recent decision of the German Constitutional Court, directly elected members, who renounce their seats, can no longer be replaced by candidates from the state list, if the party has won extra seats (Überhangmandate); the party therefore loses the seat. In Germany, there is thus no need for by-elections, as practiced in Great Britain in between federal elections. The parliamentary support base of a federal government elected for a four-year term can erode (or increase) through changes of allegiance ("defections") only. The Federal Electoral Law provides for a postponement of an election in the case that this election could not be held in a riding, e.g. when a candidate dies after the acceptance of his nomination, but before the election takes place (section 43 of the Federal Law). Election of MdBs The German electoral system attempts to combine direct constituency and proportional representation; it is called additional member system. This system is generally adhered to in elections on the national as well as, with minor variations, on the state (regional) level. It has the advantage of producing legislative assemblies that reflect the actual proportion of the expressed electorate's will much more accurately than the majoritarian, or first-past-the-post, system with its effect of "winner-takes-all". At the same time, the German electoral system provides for direct constituency representation. However, it may also result in situations where it is more difficult to form a (stable) government majority than under the single-member constituency system in Great Britain, for instance. The electoral system in Germany is governed on a national level by the Federal Electoral Law enacted on 7 May 1956, as subsequently amended. MdBs are returned to parliament by a dual procedure. One half of the Bundestag membership is elected by direct vote in the constituencies (first-past-the-post) and the other half indirectly by a proportional method via the state lists drawn up by the parties in each state (proportional representation). The elections take place in a total of 299 constituencies. A normal Bundestag has a total of 598 seats. Currently, however, it has 603 members due to Überhangmandate. In elections on the federal level, i.e. elections to the Bundestag, German citizens have two votes: The first vote (Erststimme) is cast for one of the candidates in the respective constituency. The successful candidate is directly elected on a plurality basis (first-past-the-post). Half the seats (299) in the Bundestag are thus filled by constituency representatives. The second vote (Zweitstimme), however, can only be given to the state list of candidates (Landesliste) drawn up by the parties in the 16 federal states (Bundesländer). The second votes cast for the state lists are decisive since the seats are distributed among the parties in proportion to the number of votes given for their list in accordance with the so-called Niemeyer method of calculation. The number of constituency seats obtained by the parties is then deducted from the number of list seats established by the Niemeyer method and the remainder given to the candidates in the order in which they appear on their respective lists. Candidates returned to parliament on a constituency seat are no longer considered list candidates. The final Bundestag reflects the actual proportion of votes cast with the Zweitstimme . If a party wins more constituencies in one state than it would be entitled to according to the results of the Zweitstimme, it may retain this seat which is then added onto the total number of Bundestag seats (Überhangmandate). Right to vote and right to stand for office Every German citizen aged 18 or over who has lived or been a permanent resident in Germany for at least 3 months prior to the elections is entitled to vote. The Federal Electoral Law was amended in 1985 to allow Germans living abroad to participate in Bundestag elections. Germans residing in a member state of the Council of Europe have the right to vote irrespective of the length of time they have lived abroad. Germans living in other countries may vote for a period of 10 years after leaving Germany. In both cases they must have resided at least three continuous months in Germany before leaving the country. Every person who, on the day of the election, is 18 years or older and has been a German citizen for at least 12 months, may stand for election. National (federal) elections are usually held every four years. Special elections for a new Bundestag can be called if the regular elections have not resulted in a parliamentary majority for any party or a coalition of parties sufficient to elect a chancellor, or if a chancellor in office loses a vote of confidence in parliament and asks the Federal President to dissolve the Bundestag (see article 68, 63 and 39 of the Basic Law). The five-per-cent clause The proportional representation system, applied in full, is considered fair because it produces a parliament which reflects the full spectrum of opinions among the electorate. But apart from the 1957 elections when CDU/CSU gained an absolute majority in the Bundestag, no single party has ever obtained an absolute majority of its own. Landslide victories of a single party absent (other than under the single-member constituency system in Great Britain), forming coalitions has therefore become the norm on the federal level in Germany. In order to limit the danger of fragmentation produced by the proportional representation system, the 5% threshold was introduced. The Federal Electoral Law stipulates that, in distributing seats from the state lists, only those parties are to be taken into account which poll at least 5% of the second votes in the entire country. This 5% clause does not apply to parties - which have won at least three constituency seats, or - which represent a national minority (only at state level). In comparison with the Reichstag (1919-1933) and the early period of the Bundestag, the present 5% clause is the main reason for the clear limitation and reduction of the number of parties represented in the Bundestag. Twelve parties were represented in the first Bundestag (1949), but by 1961 there were only four left (CDU, CSU, SPD, FDP). Since 1983, the Greens (now Bündnis 90/Die Grünen) have also been represented in the Bundestag, and, since 1990, the PDS, the renamed former east German communist party SED. Bearing this historic evolution in mind, the Federal Constitutional Court ruled that small, not yet established parties from the new states, likewise, should be given a better chance in the Bundestag elections of 2nd December 1990 in the first general elections after German unification. To this end, the 5% clause was applied to the two former German states separately at the time. As a result, PDS and "Bündnis 90" won seats in the Bundestag, although they scored less than 5% on a nation -wide basis. Since the 1994 elections, however, all parties are subject to the same general regulations outlined in the electoral law. Elections in the federal states (Bundesländer) The 16 federal states (Bundesländer) elect their own legislative bodies. Usually they are called "Landtag" or, in the case of city states, "Bürgerschaft" (Bremen and Hamburg) or "Abgeordnetenhaus" (Berlin). The electoral rules are very similar to the federal ones. Bundesrat The Bundesrat (Upper Federal Chamber) represents the 16 federal states (Bundesländer) and participates in the legislation and administration at the federal level. In contrast to the senatorial system of federal states like the United States of America or Switzerland, the Bundesrat is not composed of directly elected representatives, but of members of the state governments or their representatives. Taking into account the vastly differing population size, each state has at least three, but not more than six votes, which can only be cast as a bloc. The Bundesrat has 69 votes. Laws passed by the Bundestag require the formal approval of the Bundesrat when interests of the states are concerned. Since the 1960s, the number of federal laws requiring Bundesrat approval has markedly increased. In other cases the Bundesrat has a right of objection, which can be overruled by the Bundestag. Voting in the Bundesrat is always regarded as particularly interesting if the parties forming the majority in the Bundestag differ from those forming the Bundesrat majority, although there is no automatic party-line voting in Bundesrat decisions. The votes of each state must be cast en bloc (i.e. they must all be either "yes", "no", or "abstention"). It is not possible for votes to be cast individually. Every individual state government must reach an agreement on the issue at hand before voting takes place in the Bundesrat. One member of a state delegation, the "vote caster", casts all of his state's votes. Indeed, the other representatives of his state need not even be present at the meeting. Should a state government not find agreement over its voting behaviour, the vote shall be cast as "abstention". In voting, the members of the Bundesrat are bound by the decisions taken by their state governments. It is not the position of the individual member of the Bundesrat, but rather that of the individual state that is expressed in the Bundesrat. Thus, Bundesrat members do not have a free mandate. On the other hand, they are not subject to an imperative mandate, since they do not carry out instructions or act on behalf of third parties. Instead, as members of a state government, they are themselves involved in determining how the state will vote in the Bundesrat. see http://www.bundesrat.de/Site/Inhalt/DE/2_20Bundesrat/2.1_20Struktur_20und_20Aufgaben/2.1.5_20Gesetzgebungsverfahren/NI/Gesetzgebungsverfahren,templateId=renderBildGross.html The Bundesversammlung The Bundesversammlung (Federal Convention) consists of members of the Bundestag and an equal number of members chosen by the state parliaments. Its only purpose is to elect the Federal President for a new five-year term. The current Federal President, Horst Köhler, was elected on 23 May 2004. Political Parties The German political parties are active in the federal parliament (Bundestag), the state legislature (Landtag/ Bürgerschaft/ Abgeordnetenhaus) and the district and municipal councils (Stadträte and Kreistage). The parties function as collective organisations with the task of aggregating citizens' views and opinions at federal, state and municipal levels, although there are accents within party programs specific to individual states. The following remarks are, in essence, restricted to the political parties at the federal level. Parties represented in the Bundestag Since the first general elections after the War to be held in the whole of Germany (1990) there have been six parties represented in the Bundestag: the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU), the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD), the Free Democratic Party (FDP), the Christian Social Union (CSU), the Party of Democratic Socialism (PDS) and the group known as Alliance 90/ The Greens. The CDU was founded in 1945 by Konrad Adenauer and others. This new party became one of the major players in German politics. The notion of the social market economy, championed by Ludwig Erhard, became the basis of CDU policies, together with a strong orientation towards European integration and NATO. Four of six post-war chancellors were CDU members (Konrad Adenauer, Ludwig Erhard, Kurt Georg Kiesinger, Helmut Kohl). At present, the CDU's chairwoman is Angela Merkel. The CSU only exists in Bavaria, but influences national politics through its alliance with the CDU. Together, the two parties form one faction in the Bundestag. The CSU has therefore always joined the CDU in forming governing coalitions. It was founded in 1945. Until his death in 1988, Franz Josef Strauß was the party's flamboyant figurehead. The current CSU leader is Edmund Stoiber. The SPD is Germany's oldest party. It has roots in the General German Workers' Association founded by Ferdinand Lasalle in 1863. Reorganised after 1945 under the leadership of Kurt Schumacher, the SPD entered into a "grand coalition" with the CDU and CSU in 1966. Willy Brandt became post-war Germany's first SPD chancellor in 1969 when the SPD entered into a coalition with the liberal FDP; he was followed by Helmut Schmidt in 1974. Since 1998, Gerhard Schröder succeeded the then Chancellor Helmut Kohl, after sixteen years in power. The SPD and the CDU/CSU are the most popular parties ("Volksparteien") in Germany. The FDP is the liberal player in the German party spectrum. The FDP has been in government for most of West Germany's post war history, joining either CDU/CSU or the SPD to form a coalition government. With emphasis on free market economy and civil liberties, the party considers itself as a political corrective in its partnership with the more important "Volksparteien" (people's parties). The Greens (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen) achieved their first electoral success at the state level in 1977 and won Bundestag representation in 1983. It started off as a grassroots democratic party which has become an established presence in the German political landscape. Merged with the east-German Bündnis 90 in 1993, the Greens form part of the ruling government coalition with the SPD since 1998. The PDS is the newest Bundestag party, represented there since 1990. It arose from the former Socialist Unity Party (SED), the Communist state party of the former German Democratic Republic. PDS membership is predominantly eastern German, although the party has been trying to win a greater following in the West. In 2005, the PDS joined forces with the Electoral Alternative for Work and Social Justice (WASG), a group of left-wing SPD defectors, to form the new Linkspartei (Left Party) in order to compete in the upcoming general elections on a stronger nationwide platform. Germany also has many small and fringe parties that are not represented in the Bundestag, although some of them were able to gain access to state or municipal legislative assemblies. Extreme right-wing parties like the Republicans (REP), DVU (German People's Union), and the NPD (National Democratic Party of Germany) are regarded with widespread suspicion and have consistently failed to make political inroads on a national level, lacking sufficient popular support to overcome the 5% threshold. However, in recent state elections in Saxony and Brandenburg extreme right-wing parties have succeeded in entering the Landtage. Finances Major sources of revenue for political parties are membership fees, private donations and reimbursements from public funds for election expenditures. Membership fees and private donations of up to € 3,300 per person and € 6,600 for couples are tax-deductible. Contributions exceeding € 10,000 have to be listed in the parties' published reports, together with the name and address of the donors. There is a general concern that big donors might influence parties for their own purposes. Therefore, following the Parties Financing Act, which came into effect on 1 January 1994 and has subsequently been amended, parties receive from the state € 0.70 for each vote cast for their party list in the respective state in European, Bundestag and Landtag (state parliament) elections. Derogating from this, parties receive € 0.85 per vote for the first four million valid ballots cast for theirv state list. In addition, for each Euro parties receive in membership fees or lawful donations of up to € 3.300, the state reimburses them € 0.38. State reimbursements for election expenditures may not exceed the funds raised by the parties themselves in any given year. The maximum annual amount of public funds for all parties together may not total more than € 133 million (upper limit). These reimbursements are granted condition to the party polling at least 0,5% of the votes cast in European or Bundestag elections or 1.0% in state elections. During campaigns, public radio and TV stations provide broadcasting times to parties free of charge. They are required to allocate time fairly to all parties and provide opportunities for rebuttals.

Where can I buy a hair dryer that will work in Germany and Switzerland

Where can I buy a hair dryer that will work in Germany and Switzerland?
I will be traveling to a few cities in Germany and to Lucerne in Switzerland. I'm staying in some no-frills hotels and I don't want to blow a fuse (done that before in Italy and Greece lol). What hair dryer can I get that is compact for travel and won't shut off everyone's lights? I will be traveling to a few cities in Germany and to Lucerne in Switzerland. I'm staying in some no-frills hotels and I don't want to blow a fuse (done that before in Italy and Greece lol). What hair dryer can I get that is compact for travel and won't shut off everyone's lights? (I used converters and I still blew the fuse.)
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Idk but you can easily get a power converter so you can fit it into any out let in the world.
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All you need is a hair dryer with a dual voltage. Amazon has tons of them.

does fujifilm camera charger work in germany

does fujifilm camera charger work in germany?
i plan on buying the waterproof fujifilm camera in tthe US and bring it to germany for my trip but since the electricity in the US and Europe is different, would it wokr there? or do i have to buy those expensive converters?
Cameras - 1 Answers
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The US charger wont work in Germany. If its available you need something to convert 220v 50hz to 120v 60hz. Ive never seen a converter which changes both voltage and frequency.

Will a PSP bought in the United States work in Germany

Will a PSP bought in the United States work in Germany?
Will a PSP bought in the United States work in Germany if i buy a new charger for it? I know the games will work but i want to know about the charge.
PDAs & Handhelds - 4 Answers
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it should you just need to get the proper charger. germany uses a different voltage than we do.
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The issue is German electric power, which is 240 volts, and is 50 Hz rather than 60. Check the rating plate on your PSP to see what its voltage and frequency requirements are; the voltage can be adjusted with a step-down transformer, but if the frequency is wrong, you're stuck.
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It will work if you buy a new charger. The charger has a transformer in it so the voltage at the output will be correct for the PSP. The frequency shouldnt be a factor.
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Do what they say to do. A 60 to 50 hz / 110w to 220w adapter is what they are presenting to you. If weight is a problem, sell it and buy another over there, used is cheaper. Be sure to see the sights, history. PSP can wait for rainy days.

Will the Xbox 360 games in Germany work in US

Will the Xbox 360 games in Germany work in US?
if I go to Germany, buy an Xbox 360 game and bring it here to the U.S. will i be able to play it and not have anything wrong?
Video & Online Games - 1 Answers
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of course, it would work..they all have the same manufacturer...

Where should I work in germany in my gap year

Where should I work in germany in my gap year?
Whats a nice place for a 17/18 y/o to work? Im leaning towards Berlin. I have decent german but ive heard i wouldnt be able to understand the bavarians due to their bayerisch dialect. Is this true?
Other - Germany - 3 Answers
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You could try working at a restaurant, café or even Starbucks, they always have international people working there and it doesn't require a lot of German to work in something like that. Hope that helps. As for the bayerisch's dialect, I find it hard to understand, being a foreigner who's been living in Germany for the last four years.
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Bavaria is beautiful! You'll get the hang of anything THERE!!!
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Think about where you live now, and where you'd like to live. Berlin is a great city, but is enormous. Could you handle living in a large city by yourself for a year? Berliners are also infamous for their "attitudes." However, since you are a native speaker of English, you'd be a very attractive employment prospect for more businesses. Don't discount Bavaria because of the dialect; virtually every region has its own dialect, and Bayrisch is one of a few dialects there, and Hochdeutsch is used pretty extensively, especially with non-native speakers of Bayrisch. (Bayrisch is also pretty much the same thing as Austrian German, as it is. After a few days, you probably won't have an issue with the accent, and it'll probably be easier for you to understand than a native speaker, since you have to be focused on comprehending the message, anyway. Also, one of my friends lives in the Allgaeu but was born in Bonn, and no one speaks Bayrisch to her.) Don't forget that there are fourteen other Bundeslaender/Stadtstaaten, too. If you are applying through a program, Berlin and Bavaria are typically the most commonly chosen states, so there's still a huge chance that you might not get placed there, anyway. You'll learn a lot no matter where you end up.

Am I allowed to work in Germany as a student for a semester

Am I allowed to work in Germany as a student for a semester?
I am an American citizen, and want to go to Germany for an exchange program, and will have trouble affording it, so it would be cool if I could work there in the meantime. Is that allowed?
Other - Germany - 5 Answers
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I went to school in Germany about 10 years ago and my student visa specifically prohibited me from taking employment (I am Canadian but the American students had the same visa). Now this may have changed because I know England and Denmark (live there now) allow students to work. The best thing to do is simply call the German Embassy that you are dealing with. They are usually pretty happy to answer those question. They may even just have it on their website.
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I can't say if it is allowed, but I can surely say that it will be nearly impossible to find a job. We actually have a rather high unemployment rate here and finding a job is a full time job by itself. Sorry, maybe there are better times ahead.
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I was in Germany as an exchange student a few years back.. I'm an Indonesian and when I came there they prohibited us to find a job.. But somehow my friend said that if you take regular study program (not an exchange one), you can have a job.. There's some legal thing to do this.. Though, it's kinda hard to find one too.. well, maybe those (almost voluntary low-paid) jobs in the university Good luck! PS : And believe me, living as student in most part of Germany doesn't cost so much.. Don't worry too much! you wouldn't hardly run out of your money
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Hi, with a student visa you're usually not allowed to work, but there are exceptions to it. You might be allowed towork on the campus for the University itself. Furthermore there are some countries with bilateral agreements that will allow you to have some "student part time job" while studying in Germany. Please check for the exact rules at the German foreign office.
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You mean a student exchange thing? Like in high school? If so, don't worry about it. There are several options. While you can't work, a few organizations have scholarships for you. I went to Japan for free.

How does the grade level system in Germany work

How does the grade level system in Germany work?
Here in the U.S. we have the 12 grade schools, the last 4 for the high school diploma. Then going on from there, college degrees. But what is their system with the "forms" and "gymnasiums?" I'm looking to go to school there soon, so I'm very interested in where I stand and what we would be doing in terms of college preparation. Thanks!! =)
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It very similar to the ages/grades in the US. This website should be pretty useful to you: http://library.thinkquest.org/26576/schoolpage.htm Wikipedia has pretty accurate info on the topic as well: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_Germany

Can I use my associates degree as a Paralegal I earned in the US to work in Germany

Can I use my associates degree as a Paralegal I earned in the US to work in Germany?
I am currently working on my associates degree in Paralegal in the U.S and trying to find information on if there is any way that I can work in Germany with my degree once I am finished? I was not sure being that I am learning U.S laws. I was told that sometimes military bases will hire civilians and that I might be able to do it that way. I am having a hard time finding information so I appreciate any help!
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well i know for certain degrees in other countries to US dose not work but degrees in US to a countries dose work so yes your degree will work at Germany
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You cannot work in Germany as a paralegal and would need to be trained in German & EU law. This would mean going to law school in the US would not help you since you would still need to qualify in Germany. In addition if you are not a German Citizen or EU citizen then you cannot work in Germany without the proper visa. To get the proper visa your degree must be at least bachelors level, not associate degree, and in most cases you would need to have a masters degree. The best advice I can give is if you want to work in German then an associates degree in paralegal studies is not the route to go. Instead do engineering, math at graduate level, science at graduate level, nursing with several years of experience, nursing at graduate level, or possibly getting your MD.
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Totally useless certification in Germany. Paralegal with associates degree is strictly limited to US law, plus whatever state you are in. Therefore, it is often of little value even trying to find a job in another state. Military bases require people trained in military law, and generally do not use anyone, especially a civilian, with only some paralegal certificate. If you were in the military, maybe they would assign you to a low level job in JAG, but law degrees are generally required. It is very difficult for any non-EU citizen to get employment and visa to any EU country. Associates degree from a community college is worthless for obtaining an employment visa even if it was in something with more demand. You need at least a bachelors, preferably masters, and some sort of scarce but essential skills & expertise to have much chance of getting work - & the visa! - in EU. You need to look for work in your state. Good luck with that. Half of new paralegal jobs are going to attorneys - especially recent law school grads - who cannot find jobs. Serious glut of attorneys on the market, so they have turned to paralegal jobs to try to get work.

work exchange to germany, work in exchange for accomodation

work exchange to germany, work in exchange for accomodation?
what is a good way to go about finding a 'work exchange', where I go to Germany and work on a farm or something in exchange for accomodation?or just a simple homestay concept? thanks
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Come over and knock on farmer's doors and ask. Most will be glad for the help. Basic knowledge of German essential, own vehicle (car, motorbike or bicycle) highly recommended. At the very least you should be able to borrow a patch of land for a tent for the night, if they are suspicious, think you are crazy and refuse you. The concept of WWOOF-ing is not that well-known in Germany among non-organic farmers. It would be possible to use an agency for this, but the agency might charge you money. In Austria you can use this website: http://www.wwoof.welcome.at.tf/ For Germany the site is http://www.wwoof.de/

how much EURO per day an indian engineer should get if he/she is going to work in Germany

how much EURO per day an indian engineer should get if he/she is going to work in Germany?
Hello friends, This is a general question to all those people who normally go for any work outside india.According to you what amount per day will be sufficient & also as per company rules, an indian engineer(employer) should get per day (from employee company) to work in germany for 6-8 months?
Other - Business & Finance - 2 Answers
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will work for food
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Best resource for this is www.salary.com

Will a DVD purchased from Germany work in American DVD players or do they have a different format

Will a DVD purchased from Germany work in American DVD players or do they have a different format?

Home Theater - 2 Answers
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usa is dvd region 1 europe is dvd region 2 so sorry it wont work, thats why i cant buy dvds from america
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they have different regions

How can I find work in Germany when i only speak English

How can I find work in Germany when i only speak English?
I will be moving to Erfurt in Germany in a few months. I don't speak german. I will need to find work there. I am a native english speaker only. Is there any chance of finding employment? if so, where?
Other - Germany - 16 Answers
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many germans speak wonderful english
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english tutor...english teacher...sub or get a fulltime position.. that would probably be the easiest since you use your language as a skill there is also alot of other jobs that would require one to be fluent in english...look around your area.... plus as above poster mentioned many germans speak english so you might even find something totally different
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Some folks have suggested English teaching. That said Erfurt is in the former east, and there is less English spoken there. You are also too far from the US Air Bases to work there (an option for an English speaker). I recommend you learn German as quickly as posible. And I recommend you give Rick the best answer.
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I don't know where but it shouldn't be too hard. Most German's speak English Also, start learning German now, it's really not too hard!
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I am also a native English speaker and all I can tell you is if you wish to work in the private sector, you'll have to know a little German. It is true that there are a lot of Germans that speak English, but the language of work here is German. In some companies English is an asset only if that company deals in the import export business. Don't forget, all your employment contracts, safety policies, government documents are all in German. Contrary to popular belief a company that is based in an English speaking country will not hire you on the grounds of the English language. Your co-workers all speak German. I work for a company that was founded in the US and English appears on all the work computers and most of the paperwork (custom and tax forms), but...German is the language for everyday operations. Even if you try to get a job as an English tutor, you'll still need to speak German to communicate with the students. As for translation services, you'll have to get accredited by the German government, which costs money (about 5000 Euro for the accreditation course) and guess what? You'll have to be able to speak, read and write German! My advice to you is learn a little conversational German, so you can at least communicate enough to get a point ac cross. But don't rely on the idea that just because you speak perfect English companies will be knocking on your door.
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I'm also American and you really need to listen to Rick - he's given you the best advice. I work for a German company which has English as it's international language - however, the language of daily business is German and if you don't speak German, well, you're up the creek. German really isn't that hard to learn. Why do you want to move to Germany? And why Erfurt? There are not that many jobs there which require international skills. It is the capital of Thüringen and has a lot of government stuff, but the only big international company I can think of is Opel / General Motors. And if you've got no experience in that area, you might have a problem there.
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why are you moving there? usually if you have a military id you wont have a problem finding work at the base
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Hi there from Germany, you do not neccessarily have to speak German to find a job. There are many possibilities for you to find a job and automatically you will learn and understand some German, too. If you do not care about WHAT you work, you will find a job. Examples? Well, you could earn your money as a tourist leader - we've got lot's of American and English tourists here, they appreciate if a native speaker leads them around. - If you have computer skills or skills in designing you can try to work in an advertising agency. Those people also need marketing specialists with a native english speaking background for advertising-campaigns abroad. - Also we still have many american and english barracks here. They hire security people as well as civilists for their supermarkets with english speaking clients. - Also we have lot's of american and english grocery-stores that only sell american and english food. You as a native speaker are possibly hearty welcome, it's more authentic for the customer to be served in english. The other side of the medal: Erfurt for very sure is not the very best place to be. Erfurt is in East-Germany (Thuringia) that belonged to the socialist part of Germany before the wall fell down. Most of the people there, if they ever speak a foreign language, speak a very good russian and a very bad english. I know it, because my ex is from Erfurt, I know this place and the people there. It's also not the best place for a foreigner, because the eastern part of Germany is well known as a place for neo-nazis. Hardly a day, where there is nothing about that in our newspapers. Is Erfurt a must-be? How's about Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Munich or at least the Blackwood Forest. Erfurt... well.... Erfurt and East Germany sucks....
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Well, you don't want to be running around helpless saying Hilf Mir, Hilf Mir all the time so its still a good idea to learn the native language. German can be difficult until you master the gender of nouns and learn their plural equvilants. Then it all falls into place and you'll just need to learn the meaning of common items like an egg (Ei), coat (Mantle), woman (Frau), ball, (Balle), black (schwarz), and etc. I've been trying to learn the language to broaden my horizons. I'm using Rosetta Stone. Its pricey, but it does seem to work fairly well if you keep practicing. Ablauschen sprechen Deutsch!!
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You can probably work on a army base or on=post. Also germans happen to know some eniglish and will probabaly find your english helpful
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It doesn't matter what kind of work you're looking for, you will need knowledge of the German language. Even if you get hold of one of the tourist jobs, what do you think English speaking tourist will ask you? They will ask you how to pronounce a certain word, they want to know how to read a menu, they want to know what the bus station is called they have to leave the bus to visit a certain spot. If you work as an English tutor, you won't be able to work at a real school, only at a language school and they require certain knowledge. Getting a job in the advertising industries as a designer is without a college degree and some years of experience impossible to obtain, regardless what language you speak. So, if you have to earn money to live on, I would urge you to start to learn German now.
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I also have to recommend learning German. As some have pointed out, English is not very commonly spoken in the eastern part of the country (for historical reasons). Getting along without speaking German or Russian there will be a problem - though in much of the western part of the countrymany people do speak or at least understand English. I found it sort of sad that Frankfurt (in the west, and near huge military bases) didnt even seem like a foreign city because so many people spoke English that I had problems practicing German while I was working there. English and German are linguistic cousins - so while there are some pitfalls, it really is not a horribly difficult language for native English speakers to learn. Youll be able to understand what people are saying much sooner than youll be able to fluently express yourself - but with a few conversational lessons you'll do fine. Finding work probably will be difficult. I recall many waiters that were students learning the language, but I am not at all sure what level of fluency was required in order to get the job. In any case, good luck!
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GOOD LUCK!!! I lived in Weimar next to Erfurt and the only reason I SURVIVED was because I was able to sell my own skills as a teacher and tutor people in English and most wanted to learn from a Native English speaker. I do not recommend getting work with out knowing the language. If you are moving there regardless then DEDICATE yourself to learning as much as you can as fast as you can starting immediately. It has been 18+ years for me and I STILL do not speak it fluent by I speak it now. Speaking and understanding is going to be very Vital for survival, you will have to assimilate and adapt or you will not make it trust me from some one who has been there and done it. I MADE It but I was ready and prepared. DO not go unprepared. You won't even find a job as a dishwasher if you can not speak the Language, and the Doener Kebabs won't want you because you do not speak Turkish nor the Chinese restaurants for again its Chinese. SO unless you can find a nice English speaking company there I would not hold your breathe on getting a job. FIRST off too unemployment is high and they will give a job to a German first I hope no offense than to a foreigner unless they have something of serious value to contribute to society and are not just getting by day to day. I am not sure about in Erfurt but I know in Weimar about 20 KM from there they have a school that teaches people German in fast lessons and that would be a great way to do it. Go to http://www.weimar.de/nc/en/tourism/homepage/ and contact either city and inquire about the classes. You really have to learn, you will be forced to if you want to stay and make it trust me, don't fight it absorb yourself in it. Have fun!
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Check into teaching english as a second language. Most private language schools are looking for native speakers to teach. Try Berlitz or Inlingua if they are in Erfurt.
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Erfurt is at the East side and I don't know about the Job situation for English speaking people. Why are you going there? You need to find here in Germany some government jobs and you can work as civilian for US Bases. East Germany have any bases there.
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Normally the Call Center business is looking for native all over Germany. I'm not sure if there is a big Call Center company near Erfurt, but check out www.arvato.de (Karriere & Jobs). They have currently around 15.000 agents and now starting to increasing their business in east Germany. Beside this also Jenoptik could be as international player an opportunity for you.

Would i be allowed to live and work in Germany

Would i be allowed to live and work in Germany?
I am from the United Kingdom, i want to live and work in Germany, but right now i do not have any money. But i would have a place to live and i would be looking for work, would i be allowed to live and work in Germany without money?
Other - Germany - 3 Answers
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Hello stevie1991, As a national of a European Union country, you do not require any residence / working permit and visa to live and work in Germany. I hope this helps.
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Yes, within the EU you are free to live where ever you want.
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As long as you have a job or are able to live without needing a job yes. For the second part answer is NO no EU citizen has the right to live in another than his home country if he has no job or the money to live without needing to work no EU citizen has the right to claim benefits from anther than his home country.

How do beer gardens in Germany work

How do beer gardens in Germany work?
How do they differ from regular restaurants? Is there any etiquette that I should be mindful of?
Beer, Wine & Spirits - 2 Answers
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I was recently watching a Rick Steves program on PBS. He was on vacation in Germany and went to a beer garden with a friend. Apparently a Beer Garden is an old German tradition. Friends meet up in the evening, listen to music, talk and drink beer. There is simple German food that you can buy and the portions were huge! What I did not know is that you can also bring your own food to go along with the beer that you purchase. As the evening goes on the place does get rowdy and many younger people get very loud. As an American traveling to Germany I would absolutely have to go to a beer garden to experience that. It looks like a lot of fun.
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and the food will be secondary, but having said that, the wursts and other kinds of sausage, potatoes, and salads will be pretty yummy. The food in Frankfurt is outstanding, for example, with special local dishes in an amazing green herb sauce. Also famous for their Black Forest cake, of course... Expect to eat heartily, and cheaply. And work out the sizes of the steins in the biergarten before you go-the Germans always snigger at the Americans who gesture "large" and nearly keel over trying to lift the stein when it comes, because they have ordered a litre (33 ounces! -gets pretty flat unless you are a FAST drinker) (it can be the same in Italy, BTW!) http://www.deutscheshaus.cc/html/library_beer_steins/sizes_of_steins.html Enjoy!

Will a standard straightener work in Germany

Will a standard straightener work in Germany?
Will a standard straightener (from California) work in Germany? What about a curling iron, or waver? I know I need plug adapters, but do I need anything else? Thanks in advance.
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The outlets should be the same. I've used my straightener in Mexico. :D
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no i live in Britain and enter Germany nearly every week for the Job i do because we do need to have visas and borders in Europe are open becuse of the EU.check german and american differences on wikipedia.
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Your hair straightener and curling iron and waver will not work in Germany. Unless you have ones that are made to be used in Europe as well as in the USA. If there is a mention of 110/230 on them or 100/120-220/240, you will be ok with just a plug adapter. If there is no mentioning of 230 or 220/240 forget it. They will get very hot and burn through, setting the place on fire if you are very unlucky. You can buy a currency converter for them, but you will need a very good one, as those things eat a lot of power. Can you do without them for the time you are there? Or if you plan on staying in Germany long, buy new ones there? If not, go to a shop where they sell travel supplies and ask. Do not buy the cheap converter as it will burn through too. (I do not think many people in Europe do travel with a straightener, curling iron and/or waver, as most do not think them as important, a natural curl in your hair for a week or two will not hurt.)

Can I buy an American Cell phone and would it work in Germany

Can I buy an American Cell phone and would it work in Germany?
My girlfriend lives in Germany and she wants a Blackberry Curve. I just want to know if I buy one would she be able to convert it to work on Germany on a account with a cell phone company over there? She doesnt have a job because shes still in school over there. And her parents wont get her anything new.
Cell Phones & Plans - 3 Answers
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you would have to buy it unlocked
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The bb has the capability to work in germany; you'll have to contact your phone company and have them enable the international services. Without the international service enabled, the data (internet) will work, but she won't be able to make or receive calls.
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It depends on what is the model number, and the data capabilities. If you are buying the older models (83x0, and 85x0, just makes sure that third number is 0 - 2. 3 or higher are CDMA and will not work on a GSM band. If you are buying the 3G version (number begins with a 9), then you will need to make sure this is not going to be a CDMA phone. In other words don't buy it from Verizon, nor Sprint. In addition, Germany uses the 3G-2100Mhz band. This means if your Curve does not support this frequency, it will automatically go to 2G (EDGE). In your situation, the 9300 comes in two slightly different lines based on the carrier you will buy from. From RIM's site, both 9300 supports 2100Mhz. You will NOT want the 9330, again that is CDMA. Now as for unlocking, you will have to rely on one of two US carriers. The first is AT&T which is consumer unfriendly in regards to unlocking. T-Mobile is much more friendly, and will probably unlock your phone if you pay full price for it. No, it is not $50 - as that is the 2 year contract price. You will expect to fork out $330 + sales tax. Just make sure they will unlock it before you purchase.

How do residential addresses work in Germany

How do residential addresses work in Germany?
For example, in the USA we put house number, street name, city, zip code, etc. In Germany, how do residential addresses work?
Other - Germany - 5 Answers
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Name Street Street number Postal code City Germany Ex. Eberhard Wellhausen Schulstrasse 49 32547 Bad Oyenhausen GERMANY
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On the website of the German Post you find an entire section about how address in Germany work including examples. There are NO street numbers in Germany! Street number is not the same as house number and additionally you can no longer add the D in front of the postal code as is explained on the official website of German Post !!
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PhillipS -- Yes there are street numbers in Germany. SSPBowlDude has it right. You may want to add a "D-" before the postal code to signify it is a Deutschland postal code: Name Street Street number Postal code City Germany Ex. Eberhard Wellhausen Schulstrasse 49 32547 Bad Oyenhausen GERMANY or Eberhard Wellhausen Schulstrasse 49 D-32547 Bad Oyenhausen
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SSP and Den are quite correct! There are house/street numbers in Germany and all of Europe. The problem lies in the fact that non-English speakers don't understand that street number and house number are synonymous in the English language. It's further confused by the fact that some streets/roads/avenues in some countries are named xxth Street, so anyone who translates "literal", gets it wrong. On 16th Street, the "street/house number" is still the number of the building. so for Germany it would be: (Herr/Frau) First name last name Street name and (house) number ZIP and Town/City Country here's Deutsche Post, English version: http://www.deutschepost.de/dpag?tab=1&skin=hi&check=yes&lang=de_EN&xmlFile=1016748 and yes, you don't need the "D" in front of the Zip, but it doesn't hurt either.....
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Name StreetName # PostalCode CityName and if mailing from outside the country to Germany the last line is: Germany

What kind of visa is there for me to be able to work in Germany

What kind of visa is there for me to be able to work in Germany?
My bf is German but we don't want to marry yet. Is there such a visa like a partner visa that can allow me to live and work in Germany? I've been living with my partner for 3 years continuously. I'm Mexican.
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I am an American who was able to live and work in Germany for 9 months in 1996. You probably need something called an Arbeitserlaubnis, a work permit. In order to get that, you may need a company to sponsor you. To live in Germany you will probably also need an Aufenthaltserlaubnis, which is a stamp that goes inside your passport. You will probably not be allowed to get an Arbeitserlaubnis without an Aufenthaltserlaubnis. I don't know about any partner visas.
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Unless you are not a high skilled IT professional ( blue card candidate ) the chances are likely to be zero. Germany is not a country you can immigrate to easily. It is also necessary that you are fluent in German to land a job you can live from without depending on social welfare. Even if you apparently do not like the idea - best bet is marry your hubby and enter the labor market like that.
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As a Mexican citizen you can not immigrate to Germany unless you will indeed marry your German bf. There will be no other way to get residence permit and work visa. Sorry to disappoint you.

what do I need to work in Germany if I have a polish girlfriend

what do I need to work in Germany if I have a polish girlfriend?
I am Mexican and my polish girlfriend works in Germany, I want to stay with her but I would need a job, someone knows if its possible trough the resident permit to work? because in Norway and Sweden it's possible.
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Yes you can get a resident and work permit for Germany, but it is very very difficult. You'd need to have a qualification that is very much in demand such as engineer or computer specialist. Bachelor is usually the minimum requirement. You have first have to find a job in Germany, then you need to apply for special skilled migrant visa at the German embassy in your country of residence. If you are serious about your girlfriend consider to get married, as marriage would give you the automatic right to live with her in Germany and also give you the right to a work permit. Another option you should look at is a job in Spain. The Spanish authorities actively recruit young university graduates and skilled workers from Mexico, once you have been working in Spain for a few years it will be a lot easier get a residency and work permit for Germany. (There are special EU regulations that make it easier to get a residency and work permit for one EU state if you have held a residency and work permit for another EU country for a certain time already.) Plus is also that your girlfriend is allowed to work and live in Spain without a residency or work permit and Spain is much closer to Germany than Mexico.

can students in germany work freelance

can students in germany work freelance?
I am in Germany with student visa, I am allowed 90 days per Year to work. I got an offer to do a one time translation and I need to make an invoiceAm I looking for trouble? part of my question is... will I get into trouble by issuing an invoce while I have a student visa ( I am from Venezuela) ? thanks for the help
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working as a freelancer should be possible. when writing an invoice you should provide following data: Your name + address the address of your customer / client the invoice date (when your Invoice will be sent) an invoice number (it has to be consecutively numbered: like 0601, 0602, 0603 or simply 0001, 0002) a short description of your work data like working hours or a list of your expenses or other fees. an invoice amount / the total your account number and bank code and one important feature if you want to go for sure or your customer asks for it: (an individual) TAX NUMBER If you won't earn more than around € 16,000 a year you don't need to take VAT / "Umsatzsteuer" (16%) Some customers want / need your TAX NUMBER on the invoice and some don't. Ask your customer first. Sounds complicated but you can always use the same structure. GOOD LUCK!

Will a psn playstation card from Germany work in sweden

Will a psn playstation card from Germany work in sweden?
my cousin bought a psn card to me in my birthday. He lives in germany and i live in Sweden! But when i type in the code it said something like it was incorrect why?
PlayStation - 2 Answers
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Um...Sorry to say this but no, you might want to change your region to Germany, top up, and change back to Sweden it might not work because I've never tried it before.
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It won't, but you can make an German PSN account and by that you can buy any Game, DLC, Movie, Theme from the store after the instal operation you can use whatever you bought on your orignial account without any problem.

Can you work with a german college degree in the United States and vice versa in Germany

Can you work with a german college degree in the United States and vice versa in Germany?
I am wondering if you can graduate in Germany and work in the United States and if you can graduate in the states and work in germany? I am planning on studying medicine in the US as of now!
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You may want to visit these sites to learn more: Requirements for Foreign Medical School Graduates http://www.ehow.com/list_6638395_requirements-foreign-medical-school-graduates.html http://www.ecfmg.org/creds/refgde.html

To work in Germany as a TEFL teacher where should I go to get my certification

To work in Germany as a TEFL teacher where should I go to get my certification?
To work in Germany as a TEFL teacher where should I go to get my certification? I am a recent graduate from college and I want to live in Germany with my spouse the best job available is to work as a TEFL teacher/tutor where's the best place to go to obtain one? I currently live in Los Angeles California.
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Unless you are an EU citizen you will have a hard time working as a teacher in Germany. Regulations of the EU say that non EU citizens only get a job if no EU citizen can do the job. Be aware UK and Ireland are EU countries and there are enough teachers here. That said most universities where you can study languages have the opportunity to get a TEFL certificate. Additionally at public schools tears in Germany are civil servants and to be a civil servant you need to be either a German citizen or a long term resident. So you could only work for a private school a school specialized on teaching languages like Berliz for example. Another way would be to work as a freelancer that would make it easier to get the visa but be aware of high taxes and it is not easy to run your own business in Germany especially if you are new to the country. Good luck
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In general you'll need a degree (although there are still possibilities if you do not have this) and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate to get a visa and work. The degree can be in almost any subject as it is usually required for the visa only so you will find teachers with a degree in Engineering or Sociology. Having said this, to help get the job it's obviously better to be English or language related, for example a degree in English literature. The TEFL certificate can be taken either in-house or online at your own pace which is a much cheaper option (see http://icalweb.com). Working anywhere in Europe without a passport from a European member state is always going to be difficult. But not impossible. Generally speaking you need to be in the country itself to find work. You need to contact all the schools in the area and approach each one in turn, asking for work. The best time is at the start of the academic year when a school may have been left in the lurch and is desperate for a teacher. You may be lucky and pick something up but the chances are that you will be employed cash-in-hand and without any insurance or other safeguards. Or you may get several different jobs to make it full time. Or a few private lessons to help pay the bills. Only if you prove to your employer that you are a fine TEFL teacher and worth the effort will they start the process of getting you a work permit and legal status. That means you have to be a fine TEFL teacher! Turn up on time, do the work well, be nice to the students, etc and know your business. You'll also need the qualifications (generally a degree and a TEFL certificate) and look that part. As I said at the beginning. It's difficult but possible as can be seen by quite a few American, Canadian, Australian etc, teachers working in Europe legally after starting out illegally.

How does travel in germany work

How does travel in germany work?
how does travel in germany work when you get stationed opver there and what extra benefits do you get on your pay check single and no dependents
Military - 4 Answers
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You won't get anything extra.As far a travel goes I'm not sure I understand what you're asking. If you were asking about pleasure travel Google Ryanair and Aer Lingus for flights.
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Do you want the physics of bodies in motion....or what?
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Germany, all of Europe really, has public transportation that makes anything in the USA look like a bad joke. Busses and trains are cheap, fast and efficient. You could be stationed in Germany, and go visit Rome while on a four day leave without ever needing to rent a car. Train tickets cost money, but less than you'd spend on gas if you drove. Army pay includes your paycheck, all housing and food expenses (as long as you eat in the chow hall) and all medical expenses. In short, your paycheck is free and clear, making that $1200 check more like $2700 in the civilian world. And you get raises every year and every time you're promoted. If you have to live off base, you will be given a housing allowance equal to the average rent for a place appropriate to your station, and a daily allowance for food and what not, usually about $50 per day, seven days a week. Have fun!
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you will get COLA for yourself..and that fluctuates monthly. There are no other benefits. a passport..a regular tourist one..is required to travel outside of Germany. within Germany, you are subject to your Command's policies regarding mileage restrictions and areas that are off limits. .

How do I go about applying for status to be certified to work in Germany

How do I go about applying for status to be certified to work in Germany?
Being an American citizen abroad I was looking to work to help my bank account from dipping to far. I was wondering what sort of things I need to do to be able to work in Germany, do I need a permit or visa? What sort of things are necessary to work here? Also I read that in Germany there is a huge demand for IT personnel and that 25% of the slots that are in the IT field are not filled due to Germany's vast demand for IT workers. Thanks!
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You never mentioned what skills you have but generally speaking,yes,germany has a VERY large need for not only IT workers but Engineers as well.You're given Permanent residency from the start NOT a work permit as suggested if approved of your high skills. "How to apply for permanent residence As of the 1 January 2005 introduction of the new German Immigration Act, foreigners need only obtain a German residence permit, which gives them the right to work, rather than separate residence and work permits. Citizens of the US, Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, and Switzerland may apply for their residence and work permit while remaining in Germany as visitors. Citizens of these countries, however, are not allowed to work in Germany until after their work and residence permit application is approved. Citizens of most other countries are required to apply for and obtain a residence and work permit prior to entering Germany at their German consulate. The procedure as of 1 January 2005 is as follows: Stage 1: The residence permit application (which also provides access to the labour market) for the candidate is received by the German embassy in the country where the candidate lives. Stage 2: The Embassy passes the application to the immigration office (the Auslaenderbehoerde) in the place where the job is to take place for initial approval. The immigration office, in cooperation with the local employment office (the Arbeitsamt) that issues the permission, makes its decision. Stage 3: If the candidate's application has been approved, the Embassy provides an entry visa to the candidate. Stage 4: Upon arriving in Germany, the foreign national and any accompanying family members must apply for their work and residence permits at the local foreigners authority."

How many hours per week can an international student work in Germany

How many hours per week can an international student work in Germany?
I am planning to study abroad in Germany and want to know how many hours per week can an international student work. And how is the job market for part timers in Germany. Thanks you very much for your time.
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Not more than 20 hours

Will a "stick" internet connection in germany work on a US laptop

Will a "stick" internet connection in germany work on a US laptop ?
Traveling to Berlin Germany... I want to take my laptop. Powersupply says up to 240 V so I am guessing all I need is a plug converter not a power converter. Also my friend said they just got a inexpensive ISP with a "stick". I assume that is like our Air cards. Will it work on a US Laptop ?
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Your right on both things.

How can I work in Germany if I don't have a work permit? Where can I find a company to sponsor me

How can I work in Germany if I don't have a work permit? Where can I find a company to sponsor me?
I would like to work in Germany. I have an international business degree and 4 years of work experience, but when I apply for jobs they all ask if I have a work permit which of course I don't. Is there another option? Perhaps another (German speaking) country would be better. Please assist. Thank you!
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I suggest you have a look at this forum of US/UK expatriates in germany, questions like this are frequently discussed there: http://www.toytowngermany.com/forum/ Furthermore, you might try to contact t_maia2000, she says she's a former german immigration officer : http://answers.yahoo.com/my/profile;_ylt=At6HJ4y9OQK3ZXn9b8YgSt.b7RR.?show=TcgUVcYwaa

Will my non-simlocked mobile from Germany work in Israel if I buy an Israeli SIM

Will my non-simlocked mobile from Germany work in Israel if I buy an Israeli SIM?
The phone is about 3 years old but has served me well on every trip through Europe by purchasing a SIM in that country. Also, it has a standard Euro plug, will that also work in Israel?
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Of course.
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I don't see any problem in your plan; though, I don't have any practical experience in that area. For the Euro plug, though, you will probably need an adapter.

will an radiologist tech certification from germany work in usa

will an radiologist tech certification from germany work in usa?
i want my fiance too move out to california with me from germany and i was wondering if the transaction would be smooth? would she have to do schooling all over again? if so would it be easy for her?
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yes

Can a german person with an apprenticeship from Germany work in Canada

Can a german person with an apprenticeship from Germany work in Canada?
Hey there, my boyfriend is a german with a hauptschulabschluss and an ausbildung (apprenticeship) as a locksmith and i was wondering if he would be able to either work in canada or further his education like maybe learn his trade again? pleae help!
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Nobody will be able to answer this question except the Canadian immigration authorities http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp BTW how does your question relate to TRAVEL GERMANY?

How does TAX FREE shopping in Germany work

How does TAX FREE shopping in Germany work?
I have been living in Germany for a year, and I will be traveling back to the U.S. this year in July. I have known some people who have done TAX FREE shopping in Germany when they intend on leaving the country. Is there a special way that I should go about in doing this? How difficult is it to obtain the TAX FREE forms? Also, how much will I actually get back from customs at the airport? All in all, how does the TAX FREE program work? Thanks for all of the help!
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I know that some shops specialized in selling to tourists or in the wholesale business will have all the necessary forms ready, and there it's not a big problem for you to buy tax free. The same applies if you buy bigger and more expensive parts like car spares and the like. But usually, those things will be shipped separately to the USA anyway. You won't take them with your luggage. There might be some expensive, but small things you would like to take with you directly (say, expensive jewellery); and those dealers will also be prepared to handle the necessary paperwork for you. But usually, it's not really worth the mess. I know some dealers who sell tourist stuff "tax free", and all of them tell me that they charge higher prices from the beginning, because their tax forms get more complicated by offering that. And I think to every reasonably thinking person it should seem logical that paying 19% VAT in Germany on rather low-priced items and taking them with you without losing a lot of your valuable time and doing lots of paperwork usually is the better option.
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Tax free shopping in Germany Living in Germany I would check at the customs office for the forms. They usually cost about 5 bucks per form and one item limit per form. The tax here is something like 17% so on small purchases it really is not worth the 5 buck to be reembursed a few dollars. Best use it on large purchases where the tax adds up to a worth-while amount.
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To Chris M: I don't think you have ever been to Germany before otherwise you would know that the tax in Germany is 19% and the forms are for free. I got those forms before and you have to fill them out, retain your receipt of purchase and have it stamped by the customs at the Airport, this way they know that the item left the country. The form will tell you the rest, when and how you can get your tax back.

would a black berry storm bought in germany work when i relocate to the USA

would a black berry storm bought in germany work when i relocate to the USA?
bought a german black berry storm from vodefone, moving back to the states, would the storm work on the verizon networks? they are sister/parent companies. sure the networks are different but should i sell the phone here in germany or keep it and use it in the states? i like the phone, so please dont tell me to sell it and get a "name your favorite phone/company here".
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It depends, because the US uses a different mobile phone frequency than Europe so you should check what band it is. Quad-band works in all countries but you may have to change the frequncy settings on you're phone and im pretty sure tri-band is supposed to work in the states but be a bit careful because my phone is tri-band and didnt work when i went to the states last october. i found this info on wikipedia so you might want to read this, "The BlackBerry Storm is available through Vodafone in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Ireland, Australia, South Africa (VodaCom), The Netherlands and India; [7] Verizon Wireless in the United States; Telus, Bell, and SaskTel in Canada; Iusacell in Mexico.[8] and on bmobile and Digicel in Barbados and other parts of the Caribbean.[9] "The BlackBerry Storm 9530 is an international and worldwide electronic communicating device, featuring CDMA with EV-DO Rev. A data, UMTS with HSDPA, and quad-band GSM with EDGE data access speed. The BlackBerry Storm 9500 does not include the CDMA module and is destined for use outside North America. However, the BlackBerry Storm only has European, Oceania, Asia and Brazil UMTS and HSDPA frequency bands. Therefore if the BlackBerry Storm is used with GSM wireless carriers in North America, the BlackBerry Storm will only be able to access wireless internet at EDGE data speed maximum. This is because GSM carriers in North America, namely AT&T, T-Mobile, Rogers and Fido do not operate on the same frequency bands for 3G as the rest of the world. If BlackBerry Storm is used in Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania or Brazil, HSDPA wireless data speed can be achieved, provided that the local GSM network supports it.[10] The phone will use the primary network technology of its intended carrier (Verizon) when traveling domestically in the US, and rely upon the GSM/UMTS/HSDPA networks of Vodafone mainly when traveling abroad. There are currently no unlocked and unbranded versions available for the GSM Blackberry Storm however unlocking the phone will allow it to be used with any GSM service provider." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BlackBerry_Storm Also i advise that you go check with your service provider aswell just incase. Hope this helps :)

Possible to move to Grafenwoehr Germany work as a civilian for military great job thoughts on move

Possible to move to Grafenwoehr Germany work as a civilian for military great job thoughts on move?
I live in Seattle WA and can work in Germany for a year. I have traveled in Europe and love it. I would like a thoughst on accessibility living there to travel more, via rail or flights and anyone who has lived in the same area close to that location in Germany it would also help hearing your ideas.I have been in Europe many times and lived abroad before, I do well moving to other countries. Ideas feedback ? Thank you for your time.
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Grafenwoehr is pretty remote in Eastern Bavaria and interesting only to hiking buffs. On the other hand you are close to the Czech border and not too far from Pilzen and Budweis,where you could taste some REAL beer instead of the rice brew they sell you as such in the US.LOL. There is the possibility to travel by rail(be prepared to change trains often) and from Nürnberg or Munich you can fly to anywhere in the world. Here is a link to an interactive map : http://maps.google.de/maps?ie=UTF-8&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:de:official&client=firefox-a&q=Grafenw%C3%B6hr,+Germany&um=1&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&resnum=1&ct=title

Hello Everyone, Which will be a better place for life and work? Germany or Singapore? I live in country si

Hello Everyone, Which will be a better place for life and work? Germany or Singapore? I live in country si?
I live in country side in Germany, and here people do not speak English, But I am not a German and I do not know German, so it is not easy for me. Living in big city like SIngapore will help to improve my personal and prefessional life?
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singapore
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Perhaps you can check the feedback from answers or google. I'd say both places are kinda extreme. Singapore is asian and doesnt score well in work-life balance. On the other hand it's probably the safest place on the planet and you won't feel you are away from home (I am assuming you're indian national). Germany on the other hand is more western and you may 'different' treatment. But the work-life balance is much better.
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I have only been in Germany for two days (part of a packaged tour) and I do not know much about Germany. Whatever it is, there is no place like HOME. I love my Singapore and, of course, I would say it is better to work here.
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First of all, Singapore is not a big city. It is just a mole complared to the size of Germany. But, the country has a lot to offer as it is progressive. I believe though that the improvement that you want in your personal as well as professional life solely depends on you - your attitude, background, experiences etc are factors to consider. I myself am from a different country. It was initially a struggle for me as there are cultural differences and other hurdles I need to go through but I am glad to say that I have survived most if not all of it and after years of being here, I am now a proud permanent resident of the country.
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have you been to Berlin, Hamburg, Munich Frankfurt and Koln-Ruhr Area etc? there are loads of massive cities in Germany which offer world's class services, incredible opportunities(not only jobs but also human rights), natural beauties, amazing architectures, interesting history and culture, high living standard, giant mansions with pools, gardens, big garage etc which you can't dream in little island Singapore, German cars are the greatest in the world such as Mercedes-Benz, Audi R8, Porsche, BMW and Volkswagen etc even the basic paid workers can afford these kinda car brands wicked chances to buy those cars cheaply in Germany besides one EURO is almost equal to two Singapore $ it depends on you, but you can't compare Germany to Singapore because they are in different league on the other hand, Germany offers excellent proximity to the rest of Europe as a result you can have muesli for breakfast in Hamburg harbour, poulet rôti with Alsace French wine for lunch at Disney Land in Paris and Yorkshire pudding with a pint of larger for dinner at Emirate Stadium Arsenal in London while watching the match and you come back to Germany by Euro Star high-speed train at night. doesn't sound exciting? In addition EU has so many other human rights which Singapore can't offer. i can tell you more if you're willing to know. BTW German blonde cun.ts are so hot and good in bed :) SO you need to know Germany > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Singapore I ain't German, i'm from London but has been to Germany many times. Good luck with your decision.