Boris Rhein
Welcome to Hessen
Welcome to Hessen, dear Newcomers. Many things may still seem strange and unfamiliar to you, but I am sure that you will soon feel comfortable and at home in our beautiful state.
Mike Josef
Welcome to Frankfurt
In Frankfurt, you can experience the past and the future, as here tradition and modern life are definitely two sides of the same coin. Enjoy being inspired and embark on a voyage of discovery: You’ll find that culture, sports, nature, events, and all manner of festivities await you on your doorstep.
Newcomers Festival
Join Us at the Newcomers Festival 2025 – 25th Edition!
📅 Date: 25th October 2025
📍 Location: Römer, Frankfurt
Frankfurt’s beloved tradition is back! The Newcomers Festival has been bringing together newcomers, expats, and locals for 25 years, offering a perfect mix of networking, culture, and fun.
What to Expect:
- Over 100 exhibitors: relocation services, international schools, banking & finance, health insurance, language & driving schools, cultural organisations, clubs, museums, and more
- Over 4000 newcomers to connect with
- Family-friendly activities and entertainment
- Live performances by international musical and dance groups
- Delicious food and drinks from around the world
Connect with thousands of attendees from all over the world and explore opportunities to make your new city feel like home.
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate diversity, meet new people, and experience Frankfurt like never before!
25 Years Newcomers Network
A Celebration of Community & Internationality
What an unforgettable evening at Deutsche Börse in Eschborn! With 300+ guests, partners and supporters, our anniversary reception showcased what Newcomers Network has stood for over 25 years – internationality, connection and community.
We were honoured to welcome inspiring speakers:
Boris Rhein,
Minister President of Hesse
Heike Eckert,
Deutsche Börse Group
Adnan Shaikh,
Mayor of Eschborn
Over 30 Consuls and 30+ Mayors joined us – a strong sign of partnership and commitment. Looking back on 25 years of the Newcomers Network in Frankfurt, the Rhine-Main region, and across Europe, one message was clear: together, we are stronger. A big thank you to our partners and everyone who joined us in celebration. Here’s to the next 25 years!
Country Partnership 2024/2025
United States
This year we are delighted about the Newcomers Network Country Partnership USA. In cooperation with the US Consulate General in Frankfurt, we celebrated our host country together at the Newcomers Festival with stands and a cultural program. The new US Consul General opened the Festival with the Mayor and took a tour. He also was the guest of honor and speaker at the Newcomers Reception with the Lord Mayor.
What we offer:
Afterwork Events
International Stammtisch
On the first Monday of every month Newcomers Network hosts the “International Stammtisch”, a casual afterwork get-together for the international community in Frankfurt Rhine-Main free of charge!
Oct. 25th 2025
Newcomers Festival
Once you’ve found your feet, you’ll no doubt really enjoy the Newcomers Festival which has been held annually since 2001 in September in the Römer, the Frankfurt Town Hall – testimony to the City of Frankfurt’s cosmopolitan outlook.
Discounts and Benefits
Newcomers City Card
The Newcomers City Card is a comprehensive discount and benefits card designed for residents in and around Frankfurt. It offers a wide range of advantages, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore and enjoy their city more fully.
Connect
Telecoms, Wi-Fi, TV, and utilities
In today‘s digital age, one of the first things you‘ll want to do is get connected – to the Internet, to your family and friends, to new colleagues, to the news. So it‘s really important to get your telecoms right.
Business
Cross-cultural issues, setting up a business, holding meetings
A lot of people new to Frankfurt Rhine-Main are drawn by the huge number of business opportunities on offer, or are posted here by their companies. It‘s really important to understand the German business culture if you want to succeed in your career and enjoy life in Germany.
Money
Banking, finances, and taxes
Even though we live in a global digital world, each country has its own way of doing things when it comes to banking and finance. It‘s important for newcomers to get to grips with the German system.
Settlement
How to find the right place for you
One of the first things newcomers have to do is find somewhere to live. Housing in Frankfurt Rhine-Main is pretty affordable compared to other international cities, but you‘ll have to put in the effort to find the right place.
Education
Schools, colleges, and unis in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
It's important for newcomers to find the right school for their kids. Or the right university. There are lots of great options out there, both public and private.
Rhine-Main
Where to live in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
Frankfurt Rhine-Main is a cosmopolitan and diverse area with lots to offer, whether you're interested in arts and architecture, history and hospitality, parks and playgrounds, or anything else. There's so much to discover.
Health
Doctors, medicine, hospitals and emergencies
If you‘re new to the area, you‘ll be pleased to know that one of the world‘s best healthcare systems is right here. You can choose between statutory or private health insurance, depending on what suits you best and your budget.
Get Around
Public transport, flying, cycling and driving
Frankfurt Rhine-Main is a big region, but it‘s easy to get around quickly and often in an eco-friendly way. What‘s more, you can get to the parklands, lakes and hills easily.
Newcomers Partner
Acquaintance
German culture, customs and clarity
Getting by in a new culture is all about absorbing the new local customs, both inside and outside the office. Getting to grips with them will make your new life in Germany that much more enjoyable.
Culture
Museums, music and leisure-time marvels in and around Frankfurt
Frankfurt Rhine-Main offers a wide range of opportunities to leisure time - be it museums, culture, sports or theme parks, culture, sport or theme parks. There‘s something for everyone.
Sports
Sports, health clubs, and spectator sports in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
Frankfurt Rhine-Main is one of Germany‘s sporting hubs, with a football arena, an Olympic sports centre and countless indoor and outdoor opportunities to keep fit. And there are plenty of spectator sports to enjoy too.
Religion
Religious services in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
International religious institutions give newcomers a way to connect with a community of like-minded people and to feel at home. Frankfurt Rhine-Main is a place where people of all faiths can worship together.
Business Contacts
Volunteering, international clubs and business contacts in Frankfurt Rhine-Main
One great way to make new friends and find your feet outside of work is to: There are so many ways to get involved and make new connections. You can become a member or get involved in one of the many business associations out there, volunteer with a non-profit organisation, or join a club.
