Munich Survival Guide for International Students
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Munich Survival Guide for International Students Guide is published by the International Center, Munich Business School Table of Contents Welcome to Munich ................................................................................................................... 4 International Center Staff .................................................................................................................................... 4 AT MUNICH BUSINESS SCHOOL .................................................................................................. 5 Virtual Campus (MBS Intranet)............................................................................................................................. 5 MBS E-Mail Address ............................................................................................................................................. 5 Grading and Exams .............................................................................................................................................. 5 Other MBS Resources ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Bavarian State Library Munich ............................................................................................................................. 7 Money & Banking ....................................................................................................................... 7 Blocked Account Information ............................................................................................................................... 7 How to open a regular account ............................................................................................................................ 9 Obtaining your EC Card (Electronic Cash Card) ..................................................................................................... 9 Transferring money in German............................................................................................................................. 9 German Insurance System ........................................................................................................ 10 Statutory Health Insurance – Techniker Krankenkasse ........................................................................................ 10 Private Accident Insurance, Liability Insurance – LVM ......................................................................................... 10 Hospitals, Doctors & Emergency Numbers ............................................................................... 12 A list of hospitals in Munich ............................................................................................................................... 12 A list of doctors in Munich .................................................................................................................................. 12 How to make a doctor’s appointment ................................................................................................................ 13 What to do in case of emergency? ..................................................................................................................... 14 Emergency Numbers .......................................................................................................................................... 15 Being mobile in Germany ......................................................................................................... 15 Is your driving licence valid in Germany? ............................................................................................................ 16 Registering and testing your car ......................................................................................................................... 17 Driving in Germany ............................................................................................................................................ 17 Riding a bicycle .................................................................................................................................................. 17 Travelling by bus or train ................................................................................................................................... 17 Working in Germany ................................................................................................................. 18 How much are you allowed to work?.................................................................................................................. 19 Social insurance contributions and taxes - quite simple! ..................................................................................... 20 Social Security Number – How do I get it?........................................................................................................... 20 With or without an income tax card? ................................................................................................................. 21 Disclaimer: This Guide contains information and links of third party websites. The content of these websites is not under our control, we therefore cannot assume any liability! Information as of September 2019/ Page 2 How much will I earn as a student? .................................................................................................................... 23 Am I allowed to work in Germany as soon as I have my degree? ......................................................................... 23 Internet, Phones and TV ........................................................................................................... 23 Information on Internet ..................................................................................................................................... 23 Mobile Internet .................................................................................................................................................. 23 Phoning ............................................................................................................................................................. 24 Mobile Phones ................................................................................................................................................... 24 Information on TV .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Shopping ................................................................................................................................... 25 Shopping facilities .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Buying second-hand........................................................................................................................................... 27 Opening hours ................................................................................................................................................... 27 Paying System ................................................................................................................................................... 28 Value-added tax ................................................................................................................................................ 28 Eating Out ................................................................................................................................. 28 Beer gardens ..................................................................................................................................................... 28 Enjoying your free time ............................................................................................................ 29 Outdoor Activities .............................................................................................................................................. 29 Sports, Culture & Public Events in Munich........................................................................................................... 29 Daily Excursions ................................................................................................................................................. 30 Cinemas............................................................................................................................................................. 30 Nightlife ............................................................................................................................................................ 30 Bavarian Holiday Calendar........................................................................................................ 30 Sources that have been used in this guide................................................................................ 30 Disclaimer: This Guide contains information and links of third party websites. The content of these websites is not under our control, we therefore cannot assume any liability! Information as of September 2019/ Page 3 Welcome to Munich Munich is the Capital of Bavaria located in the South of Germany, close to the Alps. As Germany’s third largest town, you will find a cosmopolitan city with rich places of interest and a very special flair. So find out for yourself by studying and living in this beautiful