The Welcome Center Potsdam has two offices: one at the University of Potsdam and one at the Telegrafenberg.

Our office at the Telegrafenberg is located in building A27 "Grosser Refraktor", room 107.

Comprehensive information, advice and support for the planning and execution of your stay in Potsdam and / or Berlin, e.g. on the following topics:

• visa / residence permit
• housing
• place in kindergartens / schools
• registration with / official notice of departure to the local Citizen Services Office
• insurances
• formalities regarding your work contract
• enrollment for PhD students in the university
• German language courses
• information events (e.g. on German pension insurance scheme; tax refund)
• unemployment benefits
• monthly events / excursions / and other leisure activities
• contact information to other alumni / international researchers

We also provide support for you when you depart.

Here you'll find detailed information on the Welcome Center Potsdam.