Internationales

Expat communities in Munich

Munich is one of the most international cities in Germany. Many expats live here. The workplace is a place where people from very different backgrounds come together and enrich international exchange.

International business hub

Munich is one of Europe’s most dynamic economic and knowledge hubs. For decades, the city has attracted global companies and talents and their families. The city’s cosmopolitan character is shaped by people from over 190 nations, making Munich a forward-looking, internationally connected home.

The city's global profile is shaped by international companies, research institutions, universities, and numerous foreign chambers of commerce, trade associations, and international networks.

Over 2,000 Munich-based companies have a foreign parent company; many of these are based in other European countries, particularly Austria, Italy, France, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. U.S., Japanese, Chinese and Indian companies are also particularly well represented.

The largest branches of foreign companies in Munich include Microsoft Germany (USA), Telefónica Germany (Spain), Apple (USA), Capgemini (France), NTT Data Germany (Japan), GlaxoSmithKline (UK) and Daiichi Sankyo Europe (Japan).

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Consulates and diplomatic missions

Most of the consulates and consulate generals in southern Germany are located in Munich. These provide important services and local points of contact for expats.

Many of these diplomatic missions have their own economic departments dedicated to fostering economic relations with Munich and the Free State of Bavaria.

 

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International schools and kindergardens

Munich offers international professionals and their families a wide range of high-quality educational opportunities tailored to the needs of multinational families.

Here you will find a selection of international schools, preschools and supplementary programmes for learning native languages. 

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Location information for international communities

The Japanese Community in Munich

Munich is one of the most important European hubs for Japanese businesses. Japanese companies have had a significant impact on the region’s economy for decades.

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The Indian Community in Munich

The Indian community is one of the fastest-growing international groups in Munich. With an estimated 17,500 Indians residing in the city, the community has become a central pillar of the high-tech hub.

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The U.S.-community in Munich

Munich has close historical and economic ties with the United States. Today, approximately 8,000 Americans reside in the city. Nicknamed the "Isar Valley," Munich is also one of the most attractive locations for American tech professionals.

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The Chinese community in Munich

Munich is an attractive location for Chinese companies, especially those in the high-tech and service sectors. The presence of a large, vibrant and diverse Chinese community makes it easier to live and work there.

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Other international topics

More diversity in the workplace

The “amiga – Career Center for Internationals” has been supporting talented individuals from around the world for ten years.

Gäste beim amiga-Empfang im Foyer der VHS im Einstein

One Young World Summit 2025

In November 2025, Munich once again hosted the One Young World Summit, welcoming more than 2,200 participants from over 190 countries to the city.

Attending international visitors at a ONE YOUNG WORLD summit