What to do with German exchange student?
I'm 16 and a junior in High school, next month my family is hosting an exchange student from Germany. I live in Salt Lake City, what are some thing my family I should take him to? We are going to a Jazz game and I know there is a pizza party planned at a local pizza place? What do German teens do for fun? And how different will it be here? Thanks in advanced
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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I have been a host parent for 4 students. From Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Norway. In all but one, they have researched the area and have a good idea what they want to see. But the biggest thing is to see what kids in Salt Lake City do. They will make their own friends, and just let them hang with you and your friends. Other people will invite them places. Concerts, ballgames, just try to let them experience as much as they can while they are here.
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I'm German/American. Most Germans have to take English in school, so I'm sure you won't have a problem communicating. When it comes to what this student's life is like, compared to yours depends on whether he is from the country or city. German teens are usual very sociable & love to party. A lot of them do enjoy Jazz music, so he'll probably like that. When my cousins come for visits they love to do things that they don't get to do in Germany. We live by the ocean, so they really love that. Most love to swim & go camping. They also like to see sports, like baseball & football. Their bowling is different than ours, so they have fun doing that too. Pizza is great; theirs tastes different than ours. They like our ice cream too. German schools are very advanced, so he will probably catch on quite fast. I'm sure that this will be a nice experience for all of you. Have fun!
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Anything involving beer or booze, and I'm sure it'll be fine.
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He'll probably enjoy the pizza, it's a popular dish in Germany also. You might be a bit surprised at some of the things they put on their pizza, incidentally. Be open-minded! German teens do pretty much the same things as every other Westernised teenagers, they play sports, use Facebook, go to the cinema, etc. I suggest NOT going to the cinema for the first couple of weeks, because it's going to be quite an adjustment for him/her to get used to hearing English all the time, and this is exhausting - you'll find the same when you go to Germany. It might be an idea to get DVDs instead, and watch films with subtitles switched on, English is definitely available on most DVDs (for the hard of hearing) and German is often available.
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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Question about getting a visa in Germany for an American citizen?
Question about getting a visa in Germany for an American citizen?
Do you HAVE to have $35,000 in the bank in order to get a residency/student visa in Germany (are there any ways around that?), and do you HAVE to be accepted to the school PRIOR to obtaining the visa if you get a student visa? (We wanted to go over to Germany and then pick out a school to attend). Any suggestions on either of there topics would be appreciated.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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Tell them that you are a victim of "Holocaust". It's a powerful and magic word.
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about the money in the bank? i did not see that amount mentionned on the home page, you have to be accepted in a school before going, as all countries demand that: Required Documents - two fully completed application forms and required declaration in duplicate - two passport photographs (strict requirements, see details) - valid national passport and one copy - additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy - letter of acceptance of a German university/language school/college and one copy - evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Germany and one copy (no amount mentionned) - Visa fee: 43$ Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents. Visa needed? All persons who wish to study at a high school, college or university in Germany are required to obtain a residence permit go to this home page : http://www.germany.info/relaunch/info/consular_services/visa/study.html
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hi, You must supply evidence that sufficient funds per months or a sum covering at least one year's study are available (e.g. own funds) equal to the highest German student loan level. Adequate financial means implies that you are in the position to secure your living expenses for the period of studies in Germany. This means that the you have to prove (at the time of application for a student visa) that you have a monthly allowance of 580 Euro, for the first twelve months of the studies, at your disposal.
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Do you HAVE to have $35,000 in the bank in order to get a residency/student visa in Germany (are there any ways around that?), and do you HAVE to be accepted to the school PRIOR to obtaining the visa if you get a student visa? (We wanted to go over to Germany and then pick out a school to attend). Any suggestions on either of there topics would be appreciated.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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Tell them that you are a victim of "Holocaust". It's a powerful and magic word.
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about the money in the bank? i did not see that amount mentionned on the home page, you have to be accepted in a school before going, as all countries demand that: Required Documents - two fully completed application forms and required declaration in duplicate - two passport photographs (strict requirements, see details) - valid national passport and one copy - additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy - letter of acceptance of a German university/language school/college and one copy - evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Germany and one copy (no amount mentionned) - Visa fee: 43$ Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents. Visa needed? All persons who wish to study at a high school, college or university in Germany are required to obtain a residence permit go to this home page : http://www.germany.info/relaunch/info/consular_services/visa/study.html
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hi, You must supply evidence that sufficient funds per months or a sum covering at least one year's study are available (e.g. own funds) equal to the highest German student loan level. Adequate financial means implies that you are in the position to secure your living expenses for the period of studies in Germany. This means that the you have to prove (at the time of application for a student visa) that you have a monthly allowance of 580 Euro, for the first twelve months of the studies, at your disposal.
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
I am an American student that will spend next year studying in Germany. Do's and dont's?!?
I am an American student that will spend next year studying in Germany. Do's and dont's?!?
I go to the University of Iowa and will be studying in Lueneburg, Germany near Hamburg. I heard that I will get laughed at if I wear the same clothes there as I do here. Is that true?! Any suggestions on how to change my style? Thanks everyone!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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What I tell the international kids coming over here -- don't bring many clothes -- buy them here. Do the opposite in Germany. Don't buy a wardrobe before you go -- wait and see what everyone else does. Then go find a German girl or two to take you shopping! H & M would be a good place! Stylish and reasonable prices. In general, as a guy, you'll find clothes much tighter than here (do NOT run around with 3" of underwear hanging out and your pants around your knees!). Here's the H&M website for Germany -- men's clothes. http://shop.hm.com/de/deptstart?dept=HERR&shoptype=S Good luck and have fun!
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Monday, April 28, 2014
How do I text someone that's from Germany?
How do I text someone that's from Germany?
I'm in the United States, and there's a foreign exchange student from Germany that I like. I wanted to get her cell phone number if she has one. How would I text her, and would it cost extra? My carrier is Sprint by the way.
Cell Phones & Plans - 2 Answers
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as long as she isn't in germany, it won't cost any more than a text message to anyone else in america would
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If she is using roaming: All you need to do is add +49 (germany country code) infront of her local german number mobile number (if she is using roaming). And yes it will cost you more, you will need to contact sprint and find out how much it will be on your current plan. If she isnt using roaming Then just sms her like anyone else and it wont cost anymore.
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I'm in the United States, and there's a foreign exchange student from Germany that I like. I wanted to get her cell phone number if she has one. How would I text her, and would it cost extra? My carrier is Sprint by the way.
Cell Phones & Plans - 2 Answers
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as long as she isn't in germany, it won't cost any more than a text message to anyone else in america would
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If she is using roaming: All you need to do is add +49 (germany country code) infront of her local german number mobile number (if she is using roaming). And yes it will cost you more, you will need to contact sprint and find out how much it will be on your current plan. If she isnt using roaming Then just sms her like anyone else and it wont cost anymore.
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Monday, April 14, 2014
is it weird to date an exchange student?
is it weird to date an exchange student?
There is this girl who is an exchange student from germany and I think she is really cute and nice but I don't know if I should ask her out because I mean isn't it a little weird to date an exchange student?
Singles & Dating - 1 Answers
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I don't think it's weird... I have two friends who dated exchange students (who also were from Germany, lol), and the relationship went fine. One of my friends just made sure they didn't get too attached so the farewell would go smoothly, and my other friend is still in a long-distance relationship. If you like her, go for it!! And it's a nice chance to familiarize yourself to another culture (^_^)
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There is this girl who is an exchange student from germany and I think she is really cute and nice but I don't know if I should ask her out because I mean isn't it a little weird to date an exchange student?
Singles & Dating - 1 Answers
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I don't think it's weird... I have two friends who dated exchange students (who also were from Germany, lol), and the relationship went fine. One of my friends just made sure they didn't get too attached so the farewell would go smoothly, and my other friend is still in a long-distance relationship. If you like her, go for it!! And it's a nice chance to familiarize yourself to another culture (^_^)
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Monday, April 7, 2014
Student Visa- Germany?
Student Visa- Germany?
Can foreign students work on a student visa? I've heard that international students are allowed to work 90 days a year, but I've also heard that it's fine to work up to 19.5 hours a week. Is the latter condition just applicable for those 3 months or can students work up to 19.5 hours a week, throughout the year? Also, can people travel to and fro schengen countries on a student visa?
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If you are a student from a European Union or European Economic Area country you can work as long as you like. Non-EU students who require a visa must get an approval by the German Employment Agency [Arbeitsagentur] to either work full time during term breaks for a total of 90 days per year or to work half days [19.5 hours per week] for a total of 180 days per year. This does not apply to college or language school students who are not authorized to work at all. http://www.internationale-studierende.de/en/during_your_studies/jobbing/allowed_to_work/ .. http://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/diplo/en/Infoservice/FAQ/Studium/07-ArbeitserlaubnisD.html .. The student visa is only issued for the initial entry to Germany with a validation of 90 days. Foreign students must get registered and must apply for a temporary residence permit at the town-hall of the place of their university respectively of the place in which they plan to reside during their studies. The residence permit issued by Germany serves as visa waiver to the other 24 Schengen countries for a stay of up to 90 days within a 6 months period; however this is moreless a theoretical requirement since nobody can control it. There are no immigration/passport controls on internal travel between Schengen countries. http://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/diplo/en/Infoservice/FAQ/VisumFuerD/15-Schengenstaaten.html ..
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Tuesday, April 1, 2014
how to flirt with a male german exchange student?
how to flirt with a male german exchange student?
okay so I have a friend who is a foreign exchange student from Germany, and she introduced me to this guy. now i was walking to one of my classes and i bumped into this kid, and i just was like WOW. so my friend introduced us because hes another german exchange student, and i think hes really cool. hes super sweet, very funny, smart, cool, calm, and collected i was wondering, how do i flirt with him because hes german? same as usual? how do i show him i care? how do i make conversation? thanks in advance.
Singles & Dating - 1 Answers
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Well German's like sciezer movies, so you could poo on him.
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