# 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

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-without-a-job-contract)1

### Coming to Bonn with a job contract at the University of Bonn

How you will be supported

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-with-a-job-contract)2

### Information for academic host institutes

Information on Confluence

[Learn more](https://confluence.team.uni-bonn.de/x/WxmGCQ)3

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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.

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/preparing-your-stay)4

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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!

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/arriving-in-bonn)5

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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.

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/living-in-bonn)6

© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn

### International Guesthouse

The International Guesthouse is the ideal accommodation for your first few months in Bonn, providing furnished and centrally located accommodations.

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/international-guesthouse)7

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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.

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/learning-german)8

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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.

[Learn more](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/leaving-bonn)9

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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 employees](https://formulare-ext.verwaltung.uni-bonn.de/lip/action/invoke.do?id=openform&form=GST&client=APL&lang=EN)10

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 Germany](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/health-insurance-in-germany-1)11

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 researchers](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-pension-rights-for-international-researchers)12

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 Landscape](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-the-german-academic-research-landscape)13

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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[© Interaktiv GmbH

Tuesday
Jun 16, 2026](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-academic-life-in-germany)14

[Welcome Center: Academic Life in Germany](https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-academic-life-in-germany)14

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.

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## Contact

Jessica Greis-Mills

[j.greis-mills@uni-bonn.de](mailto:j.greis-mills@uni-bonn.de)

[+49 228 73-4040](tel:+49 228 73-4040)

Welcome Center for International Researchers, Coordination

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Poppelsdorfer Allee 102

53115 Bonn

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Lea Eversmann

[l.eversmann@uni-bonn.de](mailto:l.eversmann@uni-bonn.de)

[+49 228 73-7831](tel:+49 228 73-7831)

Welcome Center for International Researchers, Housing & Advice

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Poppelsdorfer Allee 102

53115 Bonn (Germany)

© Barbara Frommann

## 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.

[**Learn more**](https://www.euraxess.de/)15

### 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.

[**Learn more**](https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/)16

## Links

1. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-without-a-job-contract
2. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/info-with-a-job-contract
3. https://confluence.team.uni-bonn.de/x/WxmGCQ
4. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/preparing-your-stay
5. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/arriving-in-bonn
6. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/living-in-bonn
7. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/international-guesthouse
8. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/learning-german
9. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/support-for-researchers-and-teachers/welcome-center-for-international-researchers/leaving-bonn
10. https://formulare-ext.verwaltung.uni-bonn.de/lip/action/invoke.do?id=openform&form=GST&client=APL&lang=EN
11. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/health-insurance-in-germany-1
12. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-pension-rights-for-international-researchers
13. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-the-german-academic-research-landscape
14. https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/events/welcome-center-academic-life-in-germany
15. https://www.euraxess.de/
16. https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/