International

For staff

A man stands on a ladder in front of a bookshelf filled with many books.
Foto: Stefan Klenke

Employees from other universities can receive funding for work-related stays at Humboldt-Universität. Under certain conditions, you can come to Berlin with Erasmus+ from European and non-European countries.

Erasmus+ Europe

The Erasmus+ programme funds further education and training programmes for university staff at European universities in the Erasmus+ Programme Countries.

Erasmus+ Worldwide

If you work at a partner institution in one of the Partner Countries , this programme may also be an option for you:

    • Aca­d­e­mics

      Erasmus+ worldwide

      With Erasmus+, you can take business trips to HU as a staff member of a partner institution. You can find information here on current partnerships and the mobility process.

Services & information

    • Visa and res­i­dence

      Welcome Centre

      Are you going to travel to Berlin and are wondering whether you need a visa and how to apply for one? Are you in Berlin and wondering what a residence permit is and what the conditions are? Then this page is the right place for you.

      A sign of the Federal Republic of Germany in front of a few trees.

    • Fi­nances

      Welcome Centre

      Would you like to come to Humboldt-Universität to study, do a doctorate or research and are wondering how to fund this? On this page, you will find tips and useful resources for financial support.

    • Ac­com­mo­da­tion

      Philosophische Fakultät

      How do you find a place to live in Berlin? What search options are there, what costs should you expect, and what should you bear in mind? Here you will find information and tips on how to find what you are looking for.

      Many buildings in Berlin, photographed from above, with streets visible between them.

    • Lan­guage

      Welcome Centre

      Language is one of the most important elements of well-being and success when entering a new culture. If you come to Berlin, we recommend that you improve your German skills before you leave. Humboldt-Universität can help you with this.

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    • Health in­sur­ance

      Welcome Centre

      In Germany, it is generally mandatory to have health insurance. To enrol, sign an employment contract or apply for a residence permit, you must provide proof of valid health insurance. Find out how this works here.

    • 03.11.2025

      18:00 — 20:00 ​

      Museum für Naturkunde Berlin

      Circle U.

      Cli­mate Sto­ries in the Dark: A Torch­light Tour through the Nat­ur­al His­to­ry Mu­se­um

      What can ancient fossils, stuffed birds and jars of deep-sea fish tell us about our climate future? Grab a torch and find out! This after-hours expedition will open your eyes - and leave you in awe.

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    • 13.11.2025

      09:00 — 15:00 ​

      International Service Centre, Hauptgebäude

      Welcome Centre

      Lo­cal Reg­is­tra­tion Of­fice at HU’s main build­ing

      When you move into a new apartment, you need to register at the Local Registration Office "Bürgeramt". Appointments for this are hard to get. In October and November, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on four dates. Book an appointment!

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    • 18.11.2025

      09:00 — 15:00 ​

      International Service Centre, Hauptgebäude

      Welcome Centre

      Lo­cal Reg­is­tra­tion Of­fice at HU’s main build­ing

      When you move into a new apartment, you need to register at the Local Registration Office "Bürgeramt". Appointments for this are hard to get. In October and November, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on four dates. Book an appointment!

      Go to event page