Guidance for Navigating Foreign Lands: Insights Gleaned from Virtual Classes
Mareike Boguet, a lawyer at ECC Germany, is set to provide valuable insights on planning and organising a stay abroad in two upcoming online lectures. The events, part of the "Focus Week Goals - New Ways. After School." digital lecture series hosted by the Consumer Center Rhineland-Palatinate and the European Consumer Centre (ECC) Germany, are aimed at young people planning an abroad stay this year, and parents who wish to support their children are also welcome.
Taking place on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 5 to 6 pm, the lectures titled "Going abroad. How to prepare?" will cover a range of topics. These include administrative tasks, car insurance, finances, accommodation, opening a bank account abroad, and the continuation of child benefit entitlements. Additionally, the lectures will delve into intercultural experiences with a voluntary service abroad, 30 years of the Erasmus program, and women travelling independently.
Participation in the lectures is free, and registration can be done through the provided link. A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access and sound output is required to attend. Individual questions can be asked via live chat during the event.
Mareike Boguet, who is involved with the European Consumer Centre Germany, emphasises the importance of approaching the preparation for a stay abroad carefully, especially for those who are living abroad for the first time and are confronted with a new language, culture, and different customs.
There are diverse opportunities for gaining international experience, such as a year abroad, work and travel, voluntary service, or language course. For those embarking on such journeys, it is crucial to deal with important topics such as documents, insurance, and finances at an early stage.
Our website is a German-language service and news portal that informs readers about life and work abroad. For additional information, you can refer to the YouTube video "Going abroad" and the ECC brochure "Moving to an EU country" (PDF) available on the ECC website. The brochure provides guidance on clarifying finances and insurance in time.
So, if you're planning a longer stay abroad, make sure to mark your calendars for May 12, 2025, and register for the "Going abroad. How to prepare?" lectures. It's an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights and prepare yourself for an exciting journey ahead.
