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

If you are (going to be) employed by the University of Bonn, Human Resources/ Division 3 will be your main contact in regards to formalities. This includes matters of job contract, taxes, health insurance, pension and Uni-ID; as well as the Hosting Agreement that you will need to apply for a researcher visa according to section 18d of the German Residence Act, in case you are a non-EU national.

For advice and assistance on other practical matters of your move to and your stay in Bonn, the Welcome Center for International Researchers will be happy to support you. You will find many relevant issues addressed on our webpages here.

If you would like to receive invitations to our informative, cultural and social events especially for international researchers and/ or would like to enroll in German courses at the University of Bonn, please sign up with the Welcome Center here.