Welcome Center for International Researchers
Source: https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers Parent: https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/university/organisation-and-institutions/university-administration/international-office
The Welcome Center is the central service point at the University of Bonn for international researchers. We provide advice and practical support so you get off to a good start in Bonn. During your entire research stay, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have about living in Bonn, and we cordially invite you to attend our events.
Coming to Bonn without a job contract at the University of Bonn
How we will support you
Coming to Bonn with a job contract at the University of Bonn
How you will be supported
Information for academic host institutes
Information on Confluence
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Preparing for your stay
Here you will find the most important information to prepare for your stay at the University of Bonn.
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Arriving in Bonn
There is a lot to organize after your arrival in Bonn. We will be pleased to support you and help you settle in. Welcome to Bonn!
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Living in Bonn
Where can I do what? What are my options in Bonn? Here you will find comprehensive information about your new home.
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International Guesthouse
The International Guesthouse is the ideal accommodation for your first few months in Bonn, providing furnished and centrally located accommodations.
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Learning German
Are you interested in learning German? No problem! A range of learning possibilities await you at the University and in the city.
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Departing Bonn
There are many things to take care of as well when the time comes to depart Bonn. We are there to assist, and will remain in contact with you as requried afterward.
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Welcome Center registration for international employees at the University of Bonn
If you are employed with the University of Bonn and would like to receive invitations for Welcome Center events for international researchers as well as information on how to enroll for German courses, please register here.
Registration for international employees10
Events
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Thursday Mar 26, 2026](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/health-insurance-in-germany-1)11
Welcome Center: Health Insurance in Germany11
Zoom/ International ...
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
We cordially invite you to an informative event on the topic of health insurance in Germany. An expert will explain the differences between statutory health ...
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Thursday Apr 23, 2026](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-pension-rights-for-international-researchers)12
Welcome Center: Pension rights for international researchers12
online
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
This online information event provides an overview of the pension system in Germany and Europe. You will be given an introduction to pension provisions in ...
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Tuesday Jun 09, 2026](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-the-german-academic-research-landscape)13
Welcome Center: The German Academic Research Landscape13
Online
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Germany’s research landscape is shaped by a wide range of institutions with diverse goals and perspectives. This seminar offers an overview of the German ...
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Tuesday Jun 16, 2026](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-academic-life-in-germany)14
Welcome Center: Academic Life in Germany14
Online
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
In the online information session “Academic Life in Germany,” you will gain a thorough understanding of the German higher education system as well as the ...
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Information on filming and photography
During selected events, the University of Bonn arranges for photographs to be taken and filming to be done. This will be published online, in printed media and on social media channels for the purpose of promoting its activities. By taking part in an event, participants consent to being photographed and filmed as well as to the associated material being stored and published. Please speak to our photographers and filming team on site if you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.
Contact
Jessica Greis-Mills
Welcome Center for International Researchers, Coordination
0.004
Poppelsdorfer Allee 102
53115 Bonn
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Lea Eversmann
Welcome Center for International Researchers, Housing & Advice
0.004
Poppelsdorfer Allee 102
53115 Bonn (Germany)
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See also
EURAXESS Germany
Information is available on the website EURAXESS Germany about funding opportunities, job vacancies, social security and tax issues and other topics relevant to researcher mobilities.
Make it in Germany
“Make it in Germany” is the German government’s multilingual portal for skilled workers from abroad. Here you can find extensive information on entry and visa procedures, job hunting and everyday life in Germany.
Links
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-without-a-job-contract
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-with-a-job-contract
- https://confluence.team.uni-bonn.de/x/WxmGCQ
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/preparing-your-stay
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/arriving-in-bonn
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/living-in-bonn
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/international-guesthouse
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/learning-german
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/leaving-bonn
- https://formulare-ext.verwaltung.uni-bonn.de/lip/action/invoke.do?id=openform&form=GST&client=APL&lang=EN
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/health-insurance-in-germany-1
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-pension-rights-for-international-researchers
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-the-german-academic-research-landscape
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-academic-life-in-germany
- https://www.euraxess.de/
- https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/