Boris Rhein
Welcome to Hessen
Welcome to Hessen, dear Newcomers. Many things may still seem strange and unfamiliar to you, but I am sure that you will soon feel comfortable and at home in our beautiful state.
Mike Josef
Welcome to Frankfurt
In Frankfurt, you can experience both history and the future, for here in our city the two are inextricably linked.
Newcomers Network
Who are we?
For 24 years, Newcomers Network has been the largest networking platform for expats, international professionals and managers and their families in Frankfurt and the Rhine-Main region.
Our mission: to make life easier for international people in Frankfurt and Germany. Everyone is welcome in our city!
The highlight is the annual Newcomers Festival.
Over 5000 visitors and 100 exhibitors in 2023 and over 100,000 visitors in recent years are proof that Newcomers is the platform in Germany for international people.
In addition, Newcomers Network offers many events throughout the year to get to know the city and the region better, to network with each other and to find practical solutions for all aspects of the everyday life of an international person.
Sun., Sep. 15
Newcomers Festival 2024
Book your free tickets now for the Newcomers Festival 2024 at Römer Frankfurt It's a Tradition! Welcome to Frankfurt!
Partner-Country 23/24
Türkiye
The Turkish diaspora, with an estimated population of over 6 million, has spread across the globe, settling in various countries. Representing a diverse array of backgrounds and professions, Turkish people contribute significantly to the global tapestry.
What we offer:
Afterwork Events
International Stammtisch
On the first Monday of every month Newcomers Network hosts the “International Stammtisch”, a casual afterwork get-together for the international community in Frankfurt Rhine-Main free of charge!
Sept. 15th 2024
Newcomers Festival
Once you’ve found your feet, you’ll no doubt really enjoy the Newcomers Festival which has been held annually since 2001 in September in the Römer, the Frankfurt Town Hall – testimony to the City of Frankfurt’s cosmopolitan outlook.
Afterwork Events
Newcomers Events
Newcomers Network is offering an exciting range of different events over the year. In addition to the traditional International Stammtisch we are aiming to offer a variety of opportunities to meet, mingle and get to know the aspects of life in Germany.
Connect
Telecoms, Wi-Fi, TV, and utilities
In today’s digital age, one of the first things you’ll want to do is get connected – to the Internet, to the folks back home, to new colleagues, to the news.
Business
Cross-cultural issues, setting up a business, holding meetings
Many newcomers to Frankfurt Rhine-Main are attracted by the countless business opportunities or are posted here by their companies.
Money
Banking, finances, and taxes
Even in the global digitized world, each country has its own specifics when it comes to banking and finance.
Settlement
How to find the right place for you
The first task newcomers face is finding somewhere to live. Housing in Frankfurt Rhine-Main is not expensive by international comparison, but you will need to be prepared to hunt to find the right place.
Education
Schools, colleges, and unis in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
Newcomers will want to find the right school for their kids. Or the right uni. There’s a great choice available, both public and private.
Rhine-Main
Where to live in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
Cosmopolitan and diverse – the towns and cities in Frankfurt Rhine-Main have masses to offer – be it arts or architecture, history or hospitality, parks or playgrounds. Much awaits for you to discover.
Health
Doctors, medicine, hospitals and emergencies
Newcomers will find that one of the world’s best healthcare system awaits them. Choose between statutory or private health insurance depending on your needs and financial resources.
Get Around
Public transport, flying, cycling and driving
Frankfurt Rhine-Main may be a large region, but it is one where you can get around swiftly and often in an eco-friendly way. Moreover, the parklands, lakes, and hills are all easily accessible.
Newcomers Partner
Acquaintance
German culture, customs and clarity
Getting by in a new culture centers on absorbing the new, local practices inside and outside the office. When you have a handle on them, your new life in Germany will be that extra bit more enjoyable.
Culture
Museums, music and leisure-time marvels in and around Frankfurt
Frankfurt Rhine-Main offers a great range of choices when it comes to spending your leisure time in a rewarding manner – be it museums, culture, sports or theme parks. There’s something for everyone.
Sports
Sports, health clubs, and spectator sports in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
Frankfurt Rhine-Main is one of the centers of German sport, with its football arena, Olympic sports hub, and countless indoor and outdoor opportunities to stay fit. And plenty of spectator sports to enjoy, too.
Religion
Religious services in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
International religious institutions provide newcomers with a link to a community of the like-minded and to life at home. In Frankfurt Rhine-Main there’s a place for all faiths.
Business Contacts
Volunteering, international clubs and business contacts in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
One great way to make new friends and find your feet in life outside work: Become a member or involved in one of the countless business associations, volunteer in a non-profit organization or join a club.
