The art of moving home to Germany.
Berlin's historic streets, Munich's elegant squares, Hamburg's harbour lights — delivered door-to-door in 5-7 days, by the curated hands of MovanaRelo verified movers. 2026 starting price €2,400.
The Turkey–Germany corridor: international moving's most mature route.
Germany is Turkey's largest trade partner and home to over 3 million Turkish citizens. Active for over half a century since the 1961 Labour Recruitment Agreement, this migration corridor is now one of the most established routes in international relocation. Thousands of families use this route yearly, with trucks departing Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, transiting through Bulgaria-Serbia-Hungary-Austria, and entering Germany via the south.
Road transport is the standard mode because the EU Customs Union (in effect since 1996) means no waiting time at the Turkey-EU border. Your goods arrive at your Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg address in 5-7 days. Door-to-door service is standard, and no customs broker is needed — just a T1 transit declaration handled by your moving company.
For 2026, a typical 2-bedroom apartment (28 m³) ranges €2,400-€2,800, a 3-bedroom home from €3,250, and a 4-bedroom villa from €4,080. Fuel surcharges adjust quarterly. The smartest approach: get 5 free quotes and compare.
The country where your new life begins.
Knowing Germany before you move makes life much easier. Here's what you need to know:
Population & economy
Germany is the EU's most populous country with 84 million people and the world's 3rd largest economy. Unemployment around 5.7%, average monthly salary €4,100.
Housing market
Germany is a renter's market (53% rent vs. EU avg 30%). Average 2-bedroom rent: Berlin €1,200, Munich €1,800, Hamburg €1,400. Anmeldung (residence registration) is mandatory within first 14 days.
Climate
Mild oceanic climate. Summers 20-25°C, winters -2 to +5°C. For winter moves, we recommend specialized packing — electronics need protection from freezing temperatures during transit.
Bureaucracy
German bureaucracy is famously slow. Anmeldung, tax ID (Steuer-ID), bank account, health insurance typically take 30 days. Book appointments early — slots fill up weeks in advance.
Turkish community
Germany is home to over 3 million people of Turkish descent. Neighborhoods like Berlin's Kreuzberg and Neukölln, Cologne's Mülheim, Hamburg's Wilhelmsburg have Turkish markets, associations, mosques, and schools.
Cost of living comparison
Living costs in Germany are 65-80% higher than Istanbul, but average salaries are 5-7x higher. Supermarket prices similar, housing is the main difference. Healthcare is mostly covered by insurance.
Every corner of Germany.
Average 2026 prices for a 2-bedroom apartment (28 m³) departing from Istanbul. Final price depends on quotes you receive.
Germany in four steps.
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Your goods in Germany
Professional crew packs and loads your items onto the truck. In 5-7 days, delivered to your new German address.
The historic advantage of the EU Customs Union.
Turkey has been a member of the EU Customs Union since 1995. As a result, your personal household goods enter Germany duty-free. The only required document is a T1 transit declaration — handled entirely by your moving company.
Exceptions to note: new electronics under 2 years old without original purchase proof, jewelry, antiques may need separate declaration. If shipping a vehicle, Germany requires TÜV roadworthiness compliance (separate process, €400-€800).
EU directives apply to limits on tobacco, alcohol, and valuable collectibles. Detailed customs guidance is provided in your shipping contract.
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