Legal

3 articles about legal for expats in Germany.

• Legal2026-03-136 min read

  German Contract Cancellation: Understanding Your Kuendigungsfrist

  How notice periods work in German contracts, how to calculate your deadline, special cancellation rights (Sonderkuendigungsrecht), and a template cancellation letter.

• Legal2026-03-097 min read

  SCHUFA Score for Expats: Everything You Need to Know

  What the SCHUFA is, how to request your free report, what affects your score, and practical tips for building credit history as a newcomer in Germany.

• Legal2026-03-067 min read

  Red Flags in Your German Employment Contract (Arbeitsvertrag)

  What to watch for in German employment contracts: probation period traps, non-compete clauses, overtime rules, fixed-term pitfalls, and your vacation day rights.