Saxony-Anhalt offers very affordable housing compared to the rest of Germany, both in cities such as Magdeburg, Halle and Dessau and in rural areas. There is plenty of space, short waiting times for apartments and the cost of living is low overall. Families in particular benefit from a high childcare rate, comprehensive early childhood education and a legal entitlement to all-day care up to the 6th grade.

The economy is characterized by a strong SME sector, which accounts for the majority of companies and employs around 3/4 of the workforce.

Important sectors include the chemical, pharmaceutical, automotive supply and mechanical engineering industries, but new industries such as biotechnology, IT, renewable energies and logistics are also growing strongly. Large companies such as Bayer, DHL, Amazon and Hermes are represented.</p

<p class="lead">The region is also known as the "breadbasket of Germany" with very fertile soils and an important food and beverage industry (e.g. Rotkäppchen sparkling wine, Halloren chocolate).

Saxony-Anhalt has a diverse education system with ten higher education institutions, including two universities (Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg), several universities of applied sciences and renowned research institutions such as Max Planck, Fraunhofer and Leibniz institutes.

The proportion of international students is high and there are numerous innovative degree programs and research focuses, for example in the field of semiconductor technology.

The proportion of international students is high and there are numerous innovative degree programs and research focuses, for example in the field of semiconductor technology.

The state is centrally located in Germany and has excellent connections to highways, railroad lines and Leipzig/Halle International Airport. The accessibility of important German cities is very good, which is particularly attractive for commuters and companies.</p

Saxony-Anhalt has six UNESCO World Heritage Sites (including Bauhaus Dessau, Luther memorials), a rich cultural landscape with over 60,000 monuments, numerous museums, theaters and a wide range of leisure activities. Nature parks, river landscapes, lakes and the Harz National Park offer a wide range of recreational and sporting opportunities.</p

<p class="lead">The Saale-Unstrut region is also known for its viticulture and culinary diversity.

The state of Saxony-Anhalt is committed to an open culture of welcome with many advisory and support services for immigrants, such as the WelcomeCenter Saxony-Anhalt. These help with integration, recognition of qualifications and entry into the job market.</p