Relocation Service
Relocate employees to Frankfurt
Germany's financial capital and home to the European Central Bank, Deutsche Bank, and Commerzbank. Frankfurt is the most international German city by percentage — over 30% of residents are foreign nationals. High salaries in finance and consulting offset the higher cost of living.
770,000
Population
230,000+
International residents
€1,300–€1,900/month
Avg. rent (1-bed)
30%+ of residents are foreign nationals — Germany's most international city
Key fact
Why companies hire in Frankfurt
- European Central Bank and Germany's financial hub
- Highest percentage of international residents in Germany
- Strong finance, consulting, and pharma sectors
- Germany's largest airport — ideal for international teams
- Central location — 1 hour to most German cities by train
Neighborhoods in Frankfurt
Where your employees will want to live.
Westend
Upscale business district. Close to the financial center, international schools, and the Palmengarten.
Nordend
Popular residential area with a village feel. Good restaurants, parks, and family-friendly.
Sachsenhausen
South of the Main river. Known for its apple wine pubs, museums, and a mix of traditional and modern living.
Bockenheim
Near the university. Affordable, diverse, and well-connected by U-Bahn.
Gallus
Rapidly developing area near the main station. New construction and improving infrastructure.
Oberursel / Bad Homburg
Taunus suburbs popular with banking families. Excellent international schools, larger homes, easy S-Bahn commute.
Practical information
What your HR team and relocating employees need to know.
Registration (Anmeldung)
Frankfurt's Bürgeramt handles Anmeldung efficiently. Online booking is available and wait times are shorter than Berlin. The Höchst and Sachsenhausen offices tend to have faster availability.
Housing
Competitive market driven by the financial sector. Many banks and consulting firms offer relocation packages. Corporate housing and serviced apartments are widely available for the first months.
Public transport
RMV covers Frankfurt and the Rhein-Main region. Monthly ticket around €55. Frankfurt Airport (Germany's largest) is 15 minutes from the city center by S-Bahn.
Language
Frankfurt's financial sector is highly international — English is the working language in most banks and consulting firms. Daily life is more German-speaking outside the business district.
Top countries relocating to Frankfurt
Visa requirements for the nationalities most commonly relocating here.
Key terms for relocating to Frankfurt
Immigration and registration terms your employees will encounter.
Frequently asked questions — Relocation to Frankfurt
Is my profession a regulated profession in Germany? How do I check?
Germany distinguishes between regulated and non-regulated professions. Regulated professions (e.g., doctors, lawyers, engineers in certain states, teachers) require formal recognition of your foreign qualification before you can work. Non-regulated professions (e.g., software developers, business analysts, logistics managers, graphic designers, marketing managers) do not require formal recognition — your employer can hire you directly with a Blue Card or skilled worker visa. To check: use the official "anabin" database or the "Anerkennung in Deutschland" portal. relokate verifies regulatory status as part of every case assessment and advises on the fastest visa route for your specific role.
What are best practices for seamless employee relocation to Germany in 2026?
Start early: begin the visa process 3–6 months before the planned start date. Use the Beschleunigtes Fachkräfteverfahren (fast-track, §81a) for candidates abroad to reduce timelines to ~4 weeks. Prepare documents in parallel (degree recognition, contract, insurance). For settling-in: arrange temporary housing for the first 1–3 months, book Anmeldung appointments early (4–6 weeks out in Berlin), and set up health insurance before arrival. Companies that use a dedicated relocation partner like relokate report 50% less HR admin time and 30% shorter time-to-start vs managing the process internally.
How long is the job search visa for international graduates in Germany?
International graduates of German universities receive an 18-month post-study job search visa (§20 AufenthG). During this period, they can work without restrictions while looking for a qualifying position. Once they find a job meeting the EU Blue Card salary threshold (€50,700 general or €45,934 for shortage occupations in 2026), they can convert to a Blue Card. If the salary is below the Blue Card threshold, a skilled worker visa (§18b) is the alternative. relokate handles the conversion from job search visa to work permit for employers hiring these graduates.
Legal Disclaimer: The information provided here and on relokate's website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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