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Frank Faggo2025-04-25 16:38:212025-04-25 16:40:36Skilled labor shortage in GermanyPROGEDO: RELOCATION SERVICE FRANKFURT
PROGEDO mobility GmbH & Co. KG
Alfred-Herrhausen-Allee 3-5
D-65760 Eschborn
Phone: +49 (0) 40 370 811 50
Email: frankfurt@progedo.de
Frankfurt – the capital of German finance and one of the most important economic centers in Europe. However, Germany's fifth-largest city has more to offer than just its airport and banking district.
Our local team offers companies and individuals fast, highly competent advice and targeted services on all aspects of relocation, settling-in, and immigration of foreign workers and their families.
Whether for established companies or start-ups – our team supports you with the appropriate expertise.
PROGEDO Frankfurt is not only well-versed in the financial metropolis, but also advises the Main-Taunus district from Darmstadt to Mainz on all matters relating to relocation.
The stock exchange city in Hesse is considered a commuter city with an international flair. Frankfurt Airport is the largest in Germany. The headquarters of many banks and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange contribute to the city's reputation as a financial metropolis. The European Central Bank is also headquartered in Frankfurt. Furthermore, Frankfurt is surprisingly green. More than 40 percent of the metropolis consists of farmland and forest. Culinary delights await the city on the Main River, including apple wine and Hessian serenity. The green, hilly surroundings of the Taunus Mountains characterize the city and provide a relaxing contrast to the high-rise canyons of the city center.
Frankfurt is growing. On average, by 18 residents every day (source: https://www.fr.de/frankfurt/einwohnerzahl-frankfurt-waechst-waechst-11769049.html). Salaries are attractive, the economy is flourishing, and while the city is experiencing a veritable construction boom, it can barely keep up with the number of new apartments being built. As a result, the real estate market here, as in other German cities, is becoming increasingly tight. However, our local experts are extremely familiar with the housing market and, thanks to the network we have built up over 25 years, can still find a suitable property. Whether it's an apartment to rent or buy, or a larger property in Frankfurt's surrounding green areas: We will help you stand out from your competitors in your property search.
Furnished or unfurnished apartment, small or large home – thanks to their know-how, our relocation specialists will find the perfect property for you!
In addition to professional support in your property search for rent or purchase, we are also happy to assist you with issues such as finding a kindergarten, driver's license transfer, or dealing with government agencies. (Please link to our corresponding services on our website for the underlined bullet points.)
We provide you with the necessary information to apply for a residence permit, the Anabin examination of diplomas, the inquiry to the Employment Agency (ZAV), the obtaining of a visa or the application for the eAT (electronic residence permit) at the responsible immigration authority.
We are also happy to organize training workshops on immigration procedures for HR managers during the onboarding process. Just ask!
Simply send a short inquiry to frankfurt@progedo.de – we will inform you immediately.
We are “the first friend abroad!”
Relocation Service in Frankfurt am Main: Services from PROGEDO
PROGEDO profile Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt in numbers
Frankfurt is the fifth-largest city in Germany and has approximately 763,800 inhabitants. It is divided into 16 districts. Approximately 5.3 million people live in the Rhine-Main metropolitan region. The first evidence of settlement dates back to the Neolithic period. The "Ford of the Franks" was first mentioned in a document by Charlemagne in 794.
Living in Frankfurt
The skyline is Frankfurt's landmark: the tall skyscrapers reflected in the Main River, or the view from the Main Tower over the city all the way to the Taunus Mountains – in this city, people want to reach for heights. It's no wonder that nine of Germany's ten tallest skyscrapers are located here. Sir Norman Foster's Commerzbank Tower is 259 meters tall.
This dynamic metropolis offers a high quality of life. The city is surprisingly green, boasts a diverse cultural program, and offers an interesting nightlife. Frankfurt also excels in culinary terms: whether this is due to the traditional apple wine or the influence of its international residents, it certainly ensures an outstanding culinary offering.
Frankfurt is considered a commuter city, quieter on weekends than during the week. Up to 300,000 people come to the metropolis on the Rhine every day. This creates an excellent infrastructure that connects the city center with the suburbs.
Team Frankfurt
Agata Seget and Theresa Walther
PROGEDO RelocationAgata Seget studied Integrated European Studies at the University of Bremen and was born in Poland. Since 2012, she has been advising skilled workers from the EU and third countries on their transfer to Germany and guiding them through the intricacies of German bureaucracy. She is a multifaceted specialist in relocation and immigration and has headed PROGEDO Hamburg since 2017. Since December 2023, she has been Managing Director of PROGEDO Germany and responsible for relocation services.
Theresa Walther has headed the Berlin office since July 2015 and has been Managing Director of PROGEDO Germany since December 2023. Her specialty is labor migration of third-country nationals and the immigration of skilled workers, and she is responsible for PROGEDO Immigration Services.
She studied in Potsdam, Paris and Berlin and worked, among other things, for the Permanent Representation of the Federal Republic of Germany to the EU (Federal Foreign Office) in Brussels, as well as for the Federal Ministry of the Interior, Department of Migration, in Berlin, before becoming responsible for the immigration of foreign employees at Rocket Internet SE.
Relocation provider Frankfurt
Our staff and we in the Frankfurt PROGEDO office know Frankfurt in all its corners and its wonderful diversity.
Beyond the pure immigration & relocation business, we would like to share our knowledge with you and inspire you to visit our hometown!
Find a property in Frankfurt
Finding an apartment or house in Frankfurt is similar to Munich a challenge. Due to the European Central Bank and the ongoing influx of other large companies, the real estate market can be described as tense. Frankfurt offers a broader price range and room for expansion. But in the sought-after locations, demand clearly exceeds supply and, above all, determines the price. In the city center, you have to dig deep into your pockets. Even in the districts on the outskirts of the city, where young families like to settle, there are significantly more interested parties than available. And if you don't speak German, it's often impossible to compete with the competition.
With our expertise, it's still possible! With a little patience, flexibility, and careful planning, we always find a suitable apartment for our clients!
Frankfurt consists of many districts with varying price ranges. Currently, landlords consider a third of income to be the maximum rent limit. A positive SCHUFA entry and a positive certificate of rent arrears are essential for approval.
Apply for a residence permit in Frankfurt
In Frankfurt the Immigration and Naturalization Service at Kleyerstraße 86, 60326 Frankfurt am Main, is responsible for applying for eATs (electronic residence permits) for foreign workers.
Of course, our professional immigration specialists provide our clients with all the necessary information so they can prepare the documents correctly and submit them to the office. We also accompany you or your employees to appointments. According to Section 2, Paragraph 1 of the German Immigration Law (RDG), PROGEDO does not provide legal services. Should legal advice become necessary, we work with competent, independent attorneys.
10 facts about Frankfurt:
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Financial metropolis Frankfurt
196 banks are headquartered in Frankfurt. A total of 74,972 people work in Frankfurt's financial and insurance sector. The Frankfurt Stock Exchange is considered the second most important stock exchange in Europe, and the European Central Bank is also headquartered in Frankfurt.
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Main-Taunus
The commuter city of Frankfurt has much more to offer than the quaint half-timbered houses of the city center and the modern high-rise buildings that have shaped the cityscape since 1926. The Taunus Mountains, with their hills and forests, serve the city as a popular recreational area.
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Charlemagne
The Frankish king first mentioned the city in a document. In 794, he came from Würzburg to Frankfurt and lived there for a time. It was considered an important city in the greater Mainz area and has lost none of its importance since then.
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Apple cider and green sauce
Frankfurters love their so-called "Ebbelwoi" (apple wine). There are plenty of apple wine pubs where Ebbelwoi is enjoyed from a classic "Bembel" (bembel) beer glass. To complement this, the pubs serve "Grie Soß" (green sauce) with boiled potatoes and boiled eggs. An alternative to this is Frankfurter Handkäs mit Musik: sour milk cheese marinated in vinegar, oil, pepper, salt, and caraway seeds, served with apple wine and bread.
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Frankfurt Airport
If all of Frankfurt Airport's baggage conveyor belts were lined up end to end, they would stretch approximately 67 km. Frankfurt Airport is the largest in Germany, handling approximately 180,000 passengers daily.
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Trade fair city Frankfurt
Frankfurt was already considered an important trading center in the 11th century, as the Main River played a significant role in freight transport. In 1240, the city was granted the privilege of holding its first autumn fair. Even today, Frankfurt is still considered a trade fair city. At 36 trade fairs a year, 37,354 exhibitors present their wares. This is further evidence of how tradition and modernity merge in Frankfurt.
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Sports clubs
There are 427 clubs for all kinds of sports in Frankfurt, including 107 football clubs. Frankfurt's most famous football club is Eintracht Frankfurt, which plays in the Bundesliga.
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Frankfurter sausages
In English, hot dog sausages are called Frankfurter sausages. Similar to a Berliner, you can eat a Frankfurter.
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Gutenberg and Goethe
The inventor of the printing press came from Frankfurt, and Goethe's birthplace is also located in the city on the Main River. The German poet's birthplace and home is now a museum commemorating the creator of Faust.
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Green Frankfurt
40% of Frankfurt's urban area is forest and farmland. The city itself offers ample room for expansion, but local authorities are struggling to keep up with the rapidly growing demand for housing.
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Real estate market and housing in Frankfurt am Main
"Mainhattan" or "Bankfurt," Frankfurt am Main has many names. The city combines tradition with modernity – in the city center, alongside the high-rise buildings where banks dominate the financial sector, there's also the opera house. Modernity sits alongside traditional culture.
This international metropolis, with its famous skyline and the charm of the Main River flowing through the city, as well as attractive job opportunities, is attracting a steady stream of new residents. However, this also leads to a shortage of housing. Urban villas, townhouses, and period apartments are all highly sought after by newcomers. But even in other areas, demand often exceeds supply. Our experienced on-site consultants are extremely familiar with the local housing market.
Whether for professional or family reasons, you will feel perfectly accommodated thanks to our professional support.
Average rental prices in Frankfurt
The average rent in Frankfurt is approximately €19.70 per square meter and has increased significantly in recent years.
You can find more information here:
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School and kindergarten
Hesse's school system, which applies to Frankfurt, begins with elementary school (grades 1-4). Assignment is made automatically by the city based on the respective district of residence. Afterward, the child attends a secondary school: either an Oberschule (basic vocational qualification (= Hauptschulabschluss) after the 9th grade, an advanced vocational qualification and Mittlerer Schullabschluss (MSA) after the 10th grade, and a Abitur (university entrance qualification) after the 13th grade) or a Gymnasium (grammar school).
There are 20 international and bilingual schools in the Frankfurt/Main region, but you have to apply early because demand is very high due to the international nature of the city.
More information e.g. here:
https://www.find-it-in-frm.de/find-it-in-frm-internationale-schulen
International School Frankfurt: http://www.fis.edu/
Kindergarten– There are church-run, municipal, private, and bilingual daycare centers in Frankfurt and the surrounding area. Children are legally entitled to free care in a public daycare center from the age of three until they start school. From then on, daycare centers are free of charge. Prior to that, the fee depends on the amount of care provided and the parents' income. There is also a sibling discount that can potentially reduce the fee.
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How can PROGEDO help me as a relocation service agency in Frankfurt?
PROGEDO Relocation Service in Frankfurt helps make your arrival as relaxed and smooth as possible – from a hassle-free move to successful integration into your new city, we provide every support. This includes services such as finding a suitable apartment, assisting with the handover of your apartment, as well as with administrative procedures for applying for a residence permit, assistance with finding a school place and child benefit applications, and registering with utility companies.
What does relocation actually mean?
Relocation is the process of moving or relocating individuals or companies to a new location, whether within the country or internationally. This can include both personal relocations of individuals and professional transfers of professionals or managers, and often includes support to facilitate the transition to the new environment, allowing those involved to focus on what matters most.
What does a relocation agency actually do?
A relocation agency supports its clients, usually human resources managers, in the preparation and implementation of a relocation, relieving them of time and cost. Relocation can either be incurred through the temporary assignment of an employee abroad, but due to the shortage of skilled workers, it is becoming increasingly important to offer relocation services to applicants from abroad in order to attract them to your company and facilitate the integration of new international employees.
How does a relocation order work?
After contacting the HR department or the applicant to analyze the initial situation, a needs analysis is conducted with the employee concerned after the contract has been awarded. This forms the basis for the creation of an individually tailored relocation and immigration service to ensure optimal support for the client.
How much does relocation actually cost?
Our packages can be customized to meet the needs and wishes of our clients. Fees for necessary translations and administrative fees may be added to our service costs. For more detailed information, click on “Make an inquiry”
What else does PROGEDO offer?
PROGEDO sees itself as a holistic service provider. We combine immigration and relocation into a comprehensive process. Employees wishing to immigrate to Germany will find a service provider with us who supports them in applying for the necessary residence permit, helps them find accommodation, and assists with driver's license conversion.
What does PROGEDO not offer as a professional relocation agency?
As a professional immigration agency, we do not offer legal advice within the meaning of Section 2 Paragraph 1 of the German Immigration Act (RDG). We accompany our clients through every step of the immigration process for foreign skilled workers to Germany. Naturally, we cooperate with renowned and highly specialized immigration lawyers.