Ukrainian Anna, who lived with her boyfriend in Poland for several years, decided to earn money for moving to Spain and got a job as a caregiver for the elderly in Germany. However, after the first month of work, the girl admitted that the conditions turned out to be much more difficult than she expected. She shares this on her Instagram.
The couple needed a financial cushion for their move to Spain. Anna agreed to a three-month job in Germany, hoping to save the necessary amount during this time.
«Dear friends, I didn't know what I was signing up for», the Ukrainian woman said about her decision.
Ukrainian woman talks about the difficulties of working in Germany
According to Anna, she found herself in a small German village, far from the familiar city life. One of the main problems was isolation, and the hardest part was the prolonged separation from her boyfriend.
«I have been working for over a month. And it is a nightmare. It's complete isolation in a remote village. And the most difficult part for me was the distance», the girl told.
Anna noted that she has been in a relationship for almost four years. Previously, the longest separation for the couple lasted about a week. Last year, they traveled around Europe by bus a lot and were almost constantly together, so the new circumstances became particularly difficult for her.
Anna came to Germany after living in Poland. According to her, the decision to leave the country was related to bureaucratic difficulties, concerns about further residence, and the cost of housing. The couple paid about 700 euros per month for a small apartment on the outskirts of Wroclaw, excluding utilities.
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View this post on InstagramPost by Anna Nimets | moving from Poland 🇵🇱 ➞ to Spain 🇪🇸 (@n_etta_)
How much can you earn in Germany in 2026
According to available sources, the average salary in Germany in 2026 is estimated to be around 4450 euros per month or 53,400 euros per year. However, actual earnings significantly depend on the profession, experience, and region.
Workers with less than two years of experience are offered approximately 2700-4200 euros per month. Specialists with three to five years of experience can earn from 4200 to 6800 euros, while salaries for management positions reach 6800-12,500 euros per month.
The story of the Ukrainian woman also shows that when choosing work abroad, not only the salary matters. Living conditions, location of the workplace, and prolonged separation from loved ones can also significantly impact the experience of a migrant worker.