Students from the EU countries are treated as equivalent to the German students. But, the international students who intend to work on part-time to support their living and studies are allowed only for 120 full days or 240 half days per calendar year. There is an exception that, you can get an exemption to work more than 120 days, but that needs approval from the Federal employment agency and the foreigner's office. It is an un-told fact that, it will be very tough to get such an exemption to work more than 120 days per year.
The good thing about the 120 days is that, if you are working as an research assistant then it is not included in those 120 days. In addition, the international students are not allowed to work as self-employed or as a freelancer.
How to find a part-time job?
The good thing about the 120 days is that, if you are working as an research assistant then it is not included in those 120 days. In addition, the international students are not allowed to work as self-employed or as a freelancer.
How to find a part-time job?
There are plenty of ways to find the right part-time job(link), which matches your needs and also goes well with your study period. There are more opportunities available during summer, christmas and other festive seasons like Oktoberfest, etc., Apart from these you need to look out for:
- University notice boards
- University job portals
- Advertisements in local newspapers
- Library notice boards
- HiWi(Research assistant) - Check with secretary of the respective department
- Local restaurants
- Fast food chains
How much will you get paid?
The amount you can earn completely depends on how much you try, how well you are coping up with the work and study pressure. Sometimes, your previous experience can help you get a job in the same field. For example, if you have experience in coding or programming it will be much easier to get an HiWi in your university. According to German law, the minimum wage is ~8.5 euros per hour and depending on how many hours you work, you will get paid. If you are working in a restaurant, you are entitled to get your share for the tips from the customers.
The amount you can earn completely depends on how much you try, how well you are coping up with the work and study pressure. Sometimes, your previous experience can help you get a job in the same field. For example, if you have experience in coding or programming it will be much easier to get an HiWi in your university. According to German law, the minimum wage is ~8.5 euros per hour and depending on how many hours you work, you will get paid. If you are working in a restaurant, you are entitled to get your share for the tips from the customers.
Taxes and social security contributions?
Generally students are allowed to earn upto 8354 euros per year, without paying any tax. If someone works less than 50 days per year, then they are not expected to contribute for the social security.
Money saving tips
Money saving tips
- Always maintain a budget and keep track of your expenses
- Try to cook your own food or at least cook together with your friends
- Make use of the university sports centre, rather than paying exorbinant prices outside
- Make use of your student id card while visitng museums, public places, etc.,
- Return books on time - Most of the libraries charge huge amount for not returning the books
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