Bonn is an international city at heart – a veritable melting pot that is home to numerous foreign companies, global institutions and a rising number of local businesses with an international character. So in many cases, it’s for professional reasons that new arrivals from near and far settle here in the Federal City, as Bonn isalso known.

Starting a new job abroad is a small adventure in itself for foreign professionals. What makes this stage of life even more challenging is having to navigate an entirely new home country and establish a daily routine for themselves and their families. The information in this brochure is intended to assist new residents in managing a short- or long-term stay in Bonn and the surrounding Rhine-Sieg district.

Even prior to arrival, it will often be necessary to research various topics, such as the character of and amenities offered by the city and the surrounding area, notably its educational institutions. One way this can be done is to draw on the experience of expats already living locally who are active in relevant social networks.
Furthermore, local relocation services provide a comprehensive range of information and resources to assist new residents as they prepare to move here from abroad.