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TopicsSee all 154 plans
  • Arriving & residence
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  • Getting around & daily life
  • School, study & German
ToolsNo sign-up, free of charge
  • Understand a letterTake a photo or paste the text. You learn who is writing, what they want and by when.
  • Fill in a formExplained field by field, for example the registration form or the housing allowance application.
  • What am I entitled to?A few questions, then you see which support may apply to you.
  • Find an officeWho is responsible for what? With address, opening hours and map.
  • Remember deadlinesAdd a date and get a reminder by e-mail or in your calendar.
  • Words explained simplyOfficial German like “Bescheid” or “Frist” in everyday words.
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23 plansGetting around & daily life
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  • Apply for resident parking
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32 plansSchool, study & German
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  • Find a school place for my child
  • Start at the University of Vienna
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