Dynamic throughout the year, Hanover hosts many events that punctuate the life of the population. If you want to move to the country as part of your studies, you can count on universities or the local medical school. Whether it is a solo expatriation, a couple or a family, this city has all the amenities and structures for a serene daily life.

The capital of Saxony, Hanover is a small city with a population of 647,500 at the last census – and is the thirteenth largest city in the country. It has a reputation for being a very clean and green city. Salaries are above average. Major corporations, such as Siemens or Volkswagen, the biscuit company Bahlsen, and the large annual trade fairs encourage this area’s business development, and expats are by no means unusual.

Hanover’s economy and labour market

Hanover is a city of international fairs. The largest exhibition centre in the world is that of the capital of Lower Saxony. Each year, around two million people visit more than 60 national and international trade fairs.

CEBIT, the world’s largest IT trade fair, which ended after the 2018 edition, as well as Hannover Messe, the world’s largest industrial trade fair, are just two examples.

The first world exhibition of the Expo was also inaugurated in Hanover in 2000 under the motto Man, Nature, Technology. With the largest exhibition centre in the world, the city offers many companies from a wide variety of sectors an important international scene.

3.5 million trade show visitors come to the city every year. Deutsche Messe AG is one of the region’s leading employers, offering exciting career opportunities in an international environment, such as project management or support, sales, technology, and engineering. In addition, the trade fair environment offers a wide range for other jobs, for example, in transport and logistics, trade fair construction, event technology or catering.

Buying or renting in Hanover

According to the German Rent Price Index, the Hanover property market is above average property market prices. Life in Hanover may be a bit more expensive than you think.

Of course, it also depends on the location. In Nordstadt, you will mainly find student apartments and shared apartments near many small, inexpensive pubs. The vibrant Linden district may be an alternative.

List and Südstadt are very popular for finding accommodation, especially among students. Numerous six-storey Gründerzeit houses, renovated old buildings and spacious apartments are attractive advantages of these areas.

In terms of family-friendliness, the city scores points for its proximity to nature. In and around Hanover, there are numerous lakes and rivers, forests and countryside inviting you to get out and explore. One of the most famous lakes is the Steinhuder Meer, the largest lake in the area. Many districts of Hanover are also located in green surroundings and thus exude a rural charm.

Hanover is a lovely city with plenty of appeal to expats. For a seamless transition to Hanoverian life, why not use the services of the Relocation Consultants, who can guide you through everything you need to do to settle into German life, such as applying for a visa or work permit.