WHY STAY IN Cologne
Friendly and open
Social city
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COST OF LIVING
Monthly Budget Min.
Monthly Budget Max.
Average Rent (1BR)
Food Cost
Transport Cost
Coworking Cost
Utilites Cost
Gym Cost
$2300
$4100
$1800
$550
$120
$200
$200
$70
Real cost breakdown
CLIMATE
Avg. Summer Temp.
Avg. Winter Temp.
Humidity
Rain
Sunshine
24
2
Medium
Medium
Medium
Climate Notes
VISA
Visa Status
Visa Type
Long Stay Possible
Visa Required 90
Tourist Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, Work Visa, Residence Permit, Student Visa, Business Visa
yes
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Friendly people, strong culture, moderate costs.
Cologne
Germany / Western Europe
6.64
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Internet
Tax
Visa
Climate
Healthcare
: Safe
: Very Fast
: Very High
: Visa Required
: Mild
: Excellent
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