The first weeks, made a little lighter.
Just landed? Here's the stuff we wish someone had handed us on day one — the forms, the food, and the people. Not exhaustive, just honest.
01
First things first
The paperwork nobody enjoys, in the order it usually happens.
- Register your address (Anmeldung) Book a Bürgerbüro slot and register your Dresden address within two weeks of moving in.
- Residence permit (Ausländerbehörde) Visas, residence permits, and appointments at Dresden's immigration office.
- Indian consular services Saxony is covered by the Embassy of India in Berlin — passports, OCI, and visas.
02
Groceries & food
Where to find dal, atta, and the spices that make a flat smell like home.
03
Faith & festivals
For the days that call for a diya and a calendar.
04
Getting around
One ticket gets you most places.
05
Find your people
The fastest fix for a hard first winter is other people.
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