Question 1

What does expat.fyi do?

Accepted Answer

expat.fyi explains German official letters in plain English — what they mean, who sent them, and exactly what you need to do next. Upload your letter and get a clear explanation instantly.

Question 2

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

It costs €2.99 per letter. There is no subscription or monthly fee. You only pay when you use it.

Question 3

Is my data safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your letter is processed and never stored. expat.fyi is GDPR compliant by design — no document is retained after the explanation is generated.

Question 4

Do I need an account?

Accepted Answer

No. There is no account, login, or registration required. Upload your letter, pay, and get your explanation.

Question 5

What types of German letters can it explain?

Accepted Answer

expat.fyi can explain a wide range of German official letters including tax notices (Steuerbescheid), health insurance letters (Krankenkasse), residence permit notices (Aufenthaltstitel), Anmeldung confirmation letters, Mahnung (payment reminders), and most letters from German government agencies and authorities.