Germany is a popular choice for foreigners to move for work, and for a good reason. Germany has great working conditions, including some of the highest salaries in the world, great working benefits, and long holidays.

If you just moved to Germany and want to find a job but don’t necessarily speak the language, or if you’re thinking about moving there and want to learn more about your possibilities, you’re in the right place. Keep on reading to learn more about:

jobs in Germany without speaking german

1. Jobs you can find in Germany without speaking German

Once you sort out your paperwork, you can start looking for jobs. Of course, if you know the language of the country you’re moving to, the job search is going to be easier. Yet it’s not always possible to learn the language in advance. Learning a new language can also take some time, and, of course, you will have to work to support yourself in the meantime. Or maybe you’re an international student in Germany looking to work while you study? If you fall into any of those categories, here are some ideas for jobs you could be doing in Germany without speaking German.

1.1. Pet Sitting

work in Germany without speaking german

If you love animals, this might be the one for you. There are plenty of options to make money as a pet sitter or a dog walker in Germany and the good news is that you don’t need to speak German for these jobs. On average, a pet sitter in Germany can make about €50 per day. If that sounds like something for you, check out job offers available in Stuttgart, Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne and Hamburg. You can also read about companies like Gudog, Petbacker and Pawshake.

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1.2. Delivery

If you have a bike or a scooter, good news, you can start making good money with delivery jobs with companies like Amazon Flex and Lieferando. As a delivery courier, you will not only get to learn the city you live in very well but also be making about €65 per day. Not bad, right? You can do the job without speaking German, but a good command of English or a basic level of German might be very helpful. If that sounds good, check out Amazon Flex and Lieferando jobs in Berlin, Stuttgart, Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne and Hamburg.

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1.3. Cooking

work in Germany without speaking german

If you like to cook and have an apartment in Germany where you feel comfortable inviting over guests, you might consider becoming a home chef. As a home chef, you can make money by cooking meals for locals and tourists and hosting them in your house for a meal. You don’t need to speak German for this, but you need to be able to comfortably communicate with your guests, so a good knowledge of English would be needed. Home cooks usually make about 12 euro for every person they cook for. If you like being a cook and you want to share your national dishes with others, this could be a great fit for you. If that sounds interesting, you should check out offers from companies like Mamaz Social Food, BonAppetour and Meal Sharing available in Munich, Berlin and other German cities.

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1.4. Charge scooters

The perk of this job is that it’s very straightforward, flexible, pays well and doesn’t require speaking German. Need we say more? Charging scooters is a perfect task for students looking for a flexible job or anyone who wants to fix their budget. A juicer (person who’s charging scooters) can earn up to €150 per day. Learn more about how you can become a scooter charger.

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1.5. Babysitting

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If you love kids, then babysitting could be a great fit for you. Babysits is a service that helps parents find babysitters. The website works primarily in German, however, there are parents posting offers in English as well. Babysitters can earn about 50 euro per day. An additional perk is that babysitting is a great way to learn a language. Kids use simpler language than adults, so even if you end up babysitting for a German-speaking family, you can improve your German skills in no time. Babysits is available all across Germany, including Berlin, Hamburg and much more.

1.6. Cleaning

In a country so densely populated like Germany, there are likely to always be plenty of jobs available for cleaners. If you don’t have much professional experience and you don’t speak the language, then a cleaning job could be a good choice for you. A cleaning job is also a good fit if you want security and stability, while still staying in control of your working hours. As a cleaner, can get you about 65 euro per day of work.

The most popular service for cleaners is Helpling, which is available in all major German cities, including Berlin, Frankfurt and Munich.

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1.7. Mystery shopper

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One option could be to become a mystery shopper. A mystery shopper is a person who visits shops and performs small tasks for bigger corporations, such as taking pictures of their products or their ads and offers. Those jobs are app-based and don’t require talking to other people, so you only need to translate from German what you read in the app, and you’re good to go. If you’re in Frankfurt, check out HGEM. If you live in Berlin, you can choose between HGEM and Clic and Walk.

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Getting all the documents ready to start working in a new country can be a long and difficult task, and Germany is no exception. In fact, Germans seem to love documents and paperwork, so you need to get ready to hand in a lot of documents before you are good to start working. The legal process will vary depending on where you’re from:For EU citizens:
EU citizens and the citizens of Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland** do not need visas or work permits** to live and work in Germany. All you need is a valid passport or national ID. And that’s it, you’re good to go.

For non-EU citizens:
If you’re not from the EU, it gets a little bit more complicated. If you plan on coming to Germany for more than 90 days, first you will need a residence title. That’s a document you can obtain at the German embassy of the country you currently live in. That needs to be done before you come to Germany. If you’re from Japan, the US, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Israel or New Zealand, you can skip this step because you will not need a residence title.

Next, within 3 months of coming to Germany, you will need to get a residence permit. A typical residence permit is called Aufenthaltserlaubnis. It’s a temporary permit given to those who come to Germany to work or study. Another option is the EU Blue Card given to highly educated and skilled workers. After you’ve been in Germany for at least 5 years, you can start applying for a permanent residence.

To get a temporary residence permit, you will need the following documents:

  • Completed application form (possible to do in English!)
  • Passport
  • 2 recent passport photographs
  • Proof of health insurance
  • Evidence of financial support (your contract or a payslip, a letter from your employer, etc.)
  • Employer contract or confirmation of your studies if you’re a student
  • Police registration form

Police registration form
Keep in mind that whether you’re an EU citizen or not, after finding an accommodation you will have to do the obligatory police registration. You can do it in the local residency office (Bürgeramt). To do that, you will need:

  • Your national ID or Passport
  • A completed registration form
  • A copy of a rental agreement from your accommodation

This might seem like a lot of work, but remember it will all be worth it in the end.

3. Learn tips and advice on how to find a job in Germany without German easier

3.1. Look for a job in the bigger cities

Bigger cities such as Berlin, Hamburg or Munich probably offer more jobs in English or other languages. If you’re not in Germany yet and you’re headed to a city, bigger cities will be your friends.

3.2. Learn a couple of phrases before arriving

Learning a new language from scratch can be intimidating, but learning a couple of everyday phrases can make your first days a lot less stressful.

3.3. Find a school teaching German to foreigners

Finding part-time jobs that do not require you to speak German is possible but learning the language will greatly increase your odds. There are plenty of schools in Germany offering German lessons to foreigners.

3.4. Grow your competences with online courses

Grow your competences with online courses: There are plenty of options for doing online courses. Finding something you’d like to learn about, something that can be useful in a future job can greatly increase your chances of finding a job.

3.5. Try different apps

App jobs are a great way to not only improve your language skills but also help you learn more about the culture of a country and city you live in. So don’t hesitate, find an app job for yourself in Germany even today!

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