All posts across technical topics, life in Germany, and learning.
Salary After Tax in Germany: My Personal Guide to Calculate Your Net Income
How to calculate your net salary in Germany step by step — Steuerklasse, social contributions, health insurance deductions, and what to actually expect in your bank account using brutto-netto-rechner.
How to Transfer Money from Germany to India
My personal experience using Wise, XE, and InstaReM to transfer money from Germany to India — how each works, the two-step bank transfer timing, and my strategy for getting the best EUR to INR exchange rate.
How to Avoid Passport Jurisdiction Trap at PSK Chandigarh
What happened when I applied for passport renewal at PSK Chandigarh — the jurisdiction rule, bank passbook stamp issue, and what to do when your application is put on hold. Essential reading before moving abroad to Germany, UK, Canada, or anywhere else.