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Facts and statistics
Germany is located in Central Europe and is the most populous country in the European Union, with over 83 million inhabitants.
As Europe's largest economy, Germany is a global leader in manufacturing, engineering, automotive, and technology sectors. The country boasts a highly skilled workforce, world-class infrastructure, and a strong commitment to innovation and research.
Germany ranks highly on the Human Development Index and offers excellent quality of life, making it an attractive destination for international companies seeking to tap into Europe's largest market and access top-tier engineering and technical talent.
Capital
Berlin
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Languages
German
Number of inhabitants
83,200,000
Ease of doing business
Very simple
Payroll frequency
Monthly
VAT - standard rate
19%
Timezone
GMT+1 (GMT+2 in summer)
Why Germany is an attractive option for hiring
Germany stands as Europe's largest economy and a global leader in innovation, engineering, and technology. With a highly skilled, well-educated workforce and a strong tradition of vocational training, Germany offers exceptional talent across manufacturing, engineering, IT, and research sectors.
The country's robust infrastructure, central location in Europe, and excellent transportation networks make it an ideal hub for European operations. Germany's stable political environment, strong legal framework, and commitment to quality and precision create a reliable and predictable business climate.
German workers are known for their strong work ethic, technical expertise, and commitment to quality. The country's dual education system produces highly skilled professionals, while its world-class universities and research institutions drive innovation. With competitive labor costs relative to productivity, excellent work-life balance, and a strong social safety net, Germany offers an attractive environment for both employers and employees.
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Social Security
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Our Comprehensive Guide to Hiring in Germany
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Annual Leave (Urlaub)
In Germany, employees are entitled to a minimum of 20 working days of paid annual leave per year based on a 5-day work week (24 days for a 6-day work week). Many German employers offer 25-30 days of vacation. Unused vacation days must generally be taken by March 31st of the following year, though exceptions apply for illness or operational reasons.
Maternity Leave (Mutterschutz)
Expecting mothers in Germany are entitled to 14 weeks of maternity leave: 6 weeks before the expected due date and 8 weeks after childbirth (extended to 12 weeks for premature or multiple births). During this period, employees receive Mutterschaftsgeld (maternity benefit) from health insurance and a top-up from the employer to reach full salary.
Parental Leave (Elternzeit)
Each parent in Germany is entitled to up to 3 years of parental leave per child until the child turns 3 years old. Parents can take up to 24 months between the child's 3rd and 8th birthday. Elterngeld (parental allowance) is paid for 12-14 months at 65-67% of previous net income (maximum €1,800 per month).
Sick Leave (Krankheit)
German employers must pay 100% of an employee's salary during sick leave for up to 6 weeks (Entgeltfortzahlung). After 6 weeks, employees receive Krankengeld (sickness benefit) from health insurance at 70% of gross salary (maximum 90% of net salary) for up to 78 weeks over a 3-year period.
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