Nurse Moving to Germany from India
This guide is specifically for an Indian Nurse planning to relocate to Germany. It covers India-specific banking, documents, visa process, and salary expectations.
For information only. Visa rules, banking regulations, and document requirements change frequently. All information is sourced from official government and banking sources and is accurate as of the date shown. Always verify your specific situation with the relevant embassy, bank, or a licensed immigration adviser before taking action.
Documents to Get Before Leaving India
Start gathering these at least 8–12 weeks before your planned departure date.
Get your nursing diploma and registration certificate from the Indian Nursing Council (INC) apostilled.
Obtain a police clearance certificate from the local police station in India.
Get a medical certificate from a government hospital in India.
Get your birth certificate and marriage certificate (if applicable) apostilled.
Get a no-objection certificate from your employer in India (if applicable).
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Key financial steps before and after your move.
Open a Non-Resident External (NRE) account in an Indian bank to receive salary and maintain rupee savings.
Transfer funds from your NRE account to your Non-Resident Ordinary (NRO) account for investments and expenses.
Link your NRE account to your PAN card for tax compliance.
Notify the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) about your departure from India to avoid penalties.
Understand the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between India and Germany to minimize tax liabilities.
What to Close or Keep in India
Close your savings account in India if you don't plan to maintain a rupee savings account.
Keep your NRE account open to receive salary and maintain rupee savings.
Close your health insurance policy in India if you have a German health insurance policy.
Convert your Indian driving license to a German driving license.
Keep your Indian health insurance policy active if you don't have a German health insurance policy.
Staying Connected with India
Use remittance services like Western Union or MoneyGram to send money back to India.
Contact the Indian Embassy in Germany for any assistance or guidance.
Choose a mobile carrier that offers international roaming with Indian networks.
Download the Indian government's mobile app for Indians abroad for important updates.
Subscribe to a streaming service that offers Indian TV channels and movies.
Complete Nurse Guide for Germany
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