Moving from Pakistan
Pakistan vs 
Germany
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To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about
EUR 1,130 a month in Germany (US$1,260)
Everyday prices in Germany are about 3.5× Pakistan's.
| In Pakistan | Equivalent in Germany |
|---|---|
| Rs 50,000 | EUR 566 (US$631) |
| Rs 100,000 | EUR 1,130 (US$1,260) |
| Rs 200,000 | EUR 2,260 (US$2,520) |
| Rs 400,000 | EUR 4,520 (US$5,050) |
Try your own amount in the cost of living calculator → National averages: rents in the biggest cities are usually higher.
Side by side
| Pakistan | Germany | |
|---|---|---|
| Coldest / warmest month (main city) | 20° / 31°C (Karachi) | -1° / 21°C (Berlin) |
| Everyday prices (US = 100) | 23 | 81 |
| Income per person a year (PPP $) | 6,600 | 75,400 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% | 3.7% |
| Homicides per 100,000 | 4.3 | 0.9 |
| Political stability (-2.5 to 2.5) | -1.95 | 0.21 |
| Life expectancy | 67.8 years | 80.8 years |
| Fine-particle pollution (µg/m³) | 58 | 9 |
| Languages (editorial) | Urdu, English, regional languages | German |
Green marks where Germany does better than Pakistan on that measure. Sources and years are on the country page.
Language and daily life
Europe's largest economy, with strong manufacturing and engineering, four distinct seasons and excellent trains between its many cities. Editorial
English is widely spoken, but learning German makes work, paperwork and friendships much easier.
Visas for Pakistanis
- Visiting: Pakistani passport holders need a visa arranged in advance. All visa-free countries.
- Living there: you need a residence route (work, study, family or investment). Rules change often; check the official site: www.make-it-in-germany.com.
- Germany student visa guide
- Germany tourist / visit visa guide
- Germany work visa guide
- Study in Germany
- Scholarships in Germany
Questions
How much money do I need in Germany compared with Pakistan?
To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about EUR 1,130 a month in Germany (about US$1,260), based on World Bank price levels and today's exchange rate. Everyday prices in Germany are about 3.5 times those in Pakistan.
Is Germany safer than Pakistan?
Germany records 0.9 intentional homicides per 100,000 people a year, against 4.3 in Pakistan (UNODC via the World Bank). Political stability scores are 0.21 and -1.95 respectively.
Can Pakistanis move to Germany?
It depends on the route: work, study, family or investment, each with its own rules. Start with the official immigration website (www.make-it-in-germany.com). For a short visit, Pakistani passport holders currently need visa required.
Figures from the World Bank (CC BY 4.0) and NASA POWER, with today's exchange rates. National averages hide differences between cities. Not immigration advice.