Projekt Deutsch Lernen (pdL)

All you need to know about Expatrio agent, pdL, offering German courses from A1 to C1 at pdL in Dortmund

pdL (Projekt Deutsch Lernen) in the educational institute WeiterbildungsInstitut Ruhr has been offering German courses for more than 30 years. The organization has great experience in teaching students coming from several backgrounds and from all around the globe.

pdL welcomes all peoples, providing a family atmosphere which is special and enables a great teaching environment. At the same time, the team's professional attitude is essential for all students to thrive. That is the reason why pdL established the quality management system of the institute certified by Gütesiegelverbund Weiterbildung.

All the teachers are highly experienced and qualified. This can also be seen in the DSH results, with students always achieving the best results in the DSH exams at the university. Moreover, when the course is successfully completed, pdL hands out a certificate, which is already included in the course fee.

More about Projekt Deutsch Lernen

pdL is located in the centre of Dortmund in the famous Ruhr Valley, where there is always something going on. Such as events, festivals, museums and visits to industrial monuments, which are impressive sites for leisure and culture.

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Projekt Deutsch Lernen (pdL) is an Expatrio agent offering German courses. Check out their website to find more about them!

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Expatrio & Projekt Deutsch Lernen

Blocked Account, Health Insurance & more

Expatrio makes your relocation to Germany easy. Through a fully online process with low fees and money-back guarantee, you'll be able to get all you need for your visa and stay in Germany.

Blocked Account

Simple account opening in just a few minutes
  • Accepted by all German authorities worldwide
  • Blocked account in your name with German IBAN
  • Low fees, €49 (set-up) and €5 (monthly)
  • Fast and easy set-up from home country
  • High security standards with mobile App
Apply now
Best Value

Value Package

Your all-inclusive package for an easy start in Germany
€49 cashback & free benefits

Your all-inclusive package for an easy start in Germany

  • Free German blocked account for a limited time only1 
  • Cashback of up to €109 on set-up and monthly fees1
  • Customizable health insurance coverage with up to €90 cashback2
  • Free Benefits:

  • Free incoming/travel health insurance worth up to €95
  • Free International Student ID Card (ISIC)
  • Free choice of current account
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Health Insurance

Health insurance for your visa and stay in Germany
  • Free Incoming/Travel Health Insurance up to 92 days
  • Best Public German Health Insurance3
  • Awarded Private Health Insurance4
  • Extensive coverage incl. vaccinations
  • Doctor appointment service & live chat
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FAQ

What is Expatrio?

Expatrio is a relocation platform for international students and expatriates wishing to live in Germany. Our digital solution enables you to open a blocked account and get health insurance. Those two German visa essentials can be easily secured while you are still in your home country.

How does Expatrio service work?

Expatrio is a fully digital service. If you want to order any of the products offered (Blocked Account, Value Package, Health Insurances) you just need to open our website, choose the product you are interested in, go through the questionnaire to help us tailor the service to your needs, and fill in the application form.

What is Expatrio Blocked Account?

Blocked account (Sperrkonto) is a German visa requirement for internationals coming from outside the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA). The blocked account serves to prove that the applicants have adequate financial resources to live in Germany during their stay. Expatrio offers you the opportunity to open a Blocked Account that is accepted by all German authorities worldwide.

What is Expatrio Health Insurance Plus?

Health Insurance Plus is a special package offered by Expatrio, which combines several insurances (Private or Public Health Insurance, Incoming Insurance and free benefits). This product offers you essential coverage with the best providers.

What is Expatrio Value Package?

Value Package is all-inclusive offer for university and language students coming to study in Germany. The Value Package includes a free Blocked Account (available until 31st October*) and Health Insurance (necessary for visa application) as well as Current Bank Account, Incoming Insurance, and other free benefits like an International Student ID. By ordering this package, students save time and money.

Are Expatrio services trustworthy?

Expatrio is based in Germany's capital Berlin. Expatrio's banking partner for the blocked account is the fully-licensed Aion bank, branch Germany. For the Health Insurance, Expatrio works with Techniker Krankenkasse, one of the largest providers in Germany. Expatrio applies the highest security standards by running a mobile application for all its banking and insurance services.

Where is Expatrio located?

Expatrio is located in Berlin, Germany. Our exact address is Linienstraße, 156-157, 10115 Berlin. But being a fully digital service, you can always reach out to us online. You can also contact us via phone, should you desire to talk to one of our Customer Service managers.

Who are the partners of Expatrio?

The list of the partners Expatrio has is constantly growing and can boast names like Techniker Krankenkasse, DR-WALTER, Cohort Go, AION, Monese, ELEMENT, Junior Chamber International and more.

Why should I use Expatrio?

Expatrio supports international students to easily relocate to Germany by offering a Blocked Account and the essential Health Insurance coverage for visa application and stay in Germany. You can secure everything online and without any knowledge of German. You are also able to get all your documents accepted by all german authorities worldwide in a few days.

Who can use Expatrio services?

Expatrio services are designed to help people who are planning their relocation to Germany. No matter whether you are an university student, language school student, intern, job seeker, au-pair or tourist, Expatrio will help you overcome the German bureaucracy and prepare the documents required for your visa application.

Footnotes:

Please refer to the Special Terms and Conditions for the Blocked Account (STCBA)Value Package (STCVP), and Health Insurance Plus (STCHIP) for more information on our service.

  1. Blocked Account for free (the “BFF Campaign”) is a special offer for all customers who apply for the Value Package as well as customers who upgrade into the Value Package between 30 June to 31 July 2023. To avail the cashback, eligible customers in the BFF Campaign have to successfully activate the health insurance coverage with DR-WALTER or Techniker Krankenkasse. The total cashback is limited to a maximum of €49 set-up fee + 12 times the monthly service fee (i.e. €49 setup fee + 12 months * €5 monthly service fee = €109 cashback). Terms & Conditions apply.
  2. In the issue 07/2023, Focus-Money business magazine awarded TK “Best Student Health Insurance Fund”.
  3. DR-WALTER has been awarded the Super Star Award by the Study Travel Magazine.