Can hallostu help before I arrive in Germany?
Yes. You can ask about student visa basics, blocked accounts, health insurance, and what to prepare before Anmeldung.
Germany is waiting.
Let’s handle the bureaucracy together.
We tell you exactly what to do, in what order, at the right time. Every answer comes from official German law, not Facebook groups, not outdated blogs. Just the right step, when you need it.
Why not just use social and generative sources?
The difference matters
hallostu
- Every claim cites German law
- Germany-specific, city-specific
- Personalized to your nationality
- Checklist with progress tracking
- Says "I don't know" when unsure
Social & Generative Sources
- No source verification
- Generic answers for any country
- No nationality-specific guidance
- Can't track your progress
- Confidently wrong answers
How it works
Three steps. Zero confusion.
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Ask your question
Type anything about registration, documents, church tax, or appointments — in any language.
02
Get a verified answer
Our AI searches official German law and government sources. Every claim has an inline citation you can click.
03
Take action
Download forms, check appointment availability, or follow step-by-step instructions — all linked to official sites.
Built for accuracy
Why students trust us
Official law only
Every answer comes from the BMG (Federal Registration Act), BZSt (Federal Tax Office), and city government portals. Nothing made up.
Inline citations [1][2]
Perplexity-style numbered sources. Click any citation to read the original law section yourself.
Refuses when unsure
If a question falls outside our verified knowledge base, we say so — and point you to your local Bürgeramt or the 115 hotline.
Kirchensteuer (church tax) guidance
Kirchensteuer may add around 8–9% to your income tax if you register a religion. We can help you understand how it works so you can make an informed decision during registration.
Free account for students
“Everything you need, zero cost”
Personalized Checklist
Step-by-step visa or Anmeldung checklist based on your country, with sub-tasks and progress tracking.
Ask Stu
Ask anything about German bureaucracy. Every answer cites official sources you can verify yourself.
Form Filler
Fill out your Anmeldung and Wohnungsgeberbestätigung forms in English — we translate and generate the official German PDF for you.
Progress Dashboard
See exactly where you are in your journey and what's left. Feels like having a German friend guiding you.
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FAQ
Common questions before you start
Will I see the official source behind an answer?
Yes. hallostu cites the law or government source in every grounded answer so you can verify the guidance yourself.
What happens if the assistant is unsure?
It will tell you when a topic is outside its verified scope and point you to official offices or hotlines instead of guessing.