Lessons That Flex Around Your Life

Teens & Adults: Buy lesson packages, use them anytime within 12 months. No wasted lessons. No rigid schedules.

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⭐ Top-rated  • 250,000+ hours taught  • Since 2013
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How Our Flexible System Works

  • 💳

    Buy Lesson Hours

    Bigger packages mean lower rates. All packages valid 12 months.

  • 📅

    Book Anytime

    Schedule or reschedule freely with 24-hour notice.

  • 🎯

    Learn What You Need

    Switch between business, exam prep or conversation.

  • 🏢

    Custom & Corporate

    Tailored sponsorship/corporate offers available.

★★★★★

"Couples package: he traveled for 2 months, but we could continue our group course uninterrupted. No wasted lessons, no stress."

— Linda K., Munich

★★★★★

"Bought Package 3. Used 10 lessons intensively for my April Goethe B2 exam. After passing, I'm using the remaining 10 for casual conversation — same teacher, completely different focus."

— Marcus R., Berlin

★★★★★

"Package 4: paused mid-year, then 3×/week before my citizenship interview. Used all 50 lessons in 11 months."

— Raj P., Stuttgart

Private 1:1 Lesson Packages

Use at your own pace

  • 🏁

    PAY & GO

    €40 / 60 minutes

    Full flexibility. No commitment.
    Ideal if you want to book occasionally or stay fully flexible.

  • 📦

    5-HOUR-PACKAGE

    €190
    €38 per 60 min

    A small saving with full flexibility.
    Good for short-term goals or occasional learning.

    Valid for 12 months

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    10-HOUR-PACKAGE

    €370
    €37 per 60 min

    Steady learning with regular progress.
    Our most popular option for consistent learners.

    Valid for 12 months

  • 📦

    20-HOUR-PACKAGE

    €720
    €36 per 60 min

    For committed learners who want visible progress.
    Ideal for exam prep and long-term goals.

    Valid for 12 months

  • 📦

    50-HOUR-PACKAGE

    €1,750
    €35 per 60 min

    Maximum value & continuity. Best value for long-term success.

    Valid for 12 months

  • We work your preferred schedule. If your times change → We adjust

  • Switch focus freely: business German → exam prep → conversation

  • Reschedule with 24h notice (no penalties, no wasted lessons)

  • Same dedicated teacher matched to your schedule (learns your goals & style)

  • Seamless professional replacement teachers in case of absence

  • Easy-to-use Google Classroom, interactive whiteboard and all materials included (*except for optional course book)

    ℹ️ All packages valid 12 months

    ℹ️ Non-refundable after start but transferable to family/friends

Private Group Lesson Packages

Learn with 2–4 friends, family members or colleagues

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    🚀 PAY & GO

    60 min • no commitment

    2 participants — €55 per lesson
    3 participants — €65 per lesson
    4 participants — €75 per lesson

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    5-HOUR-PACKAGE

    2 participants — €265 total
    €53 per lesson

    3 participants — €315 total
    €63 per lesson

    4 participants — €365 total
    €73 per lesson

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    10-HOUR-PACKAGE

    2 participants — €520 total
    €52 per lesson

    3 participants — €620 total
    €62 per lesson

    4 participants — €720 total
    €72 per lesson

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    20-HOUR-PACKAGE

    2 participants — €1,020 total
    €51 per lesson

    3 participants — €1,220 total
    €61 per lesson

    4 participants — €1,420 total
    €71 per lesson

  • Each person can have different goals in the same lesson

  • Flexible scheduling that works for everyone's calendar

  • Combined with additional individual lessons, you can keep going, even if your partner is on holiday/takes a break

  • Learn together, even if you are in different places—ideal to keep momentum if one is on work trips or in home office

  • Switch focus freely as your group's needs change

    ℹ️ All packages are valid for 12 months

    ℹ️ Non-refundable after start but transferable to family/friends

💳 Payment & Invoicing

  • At the German Online Institute, every payment automatically creates a professional, Finanzamt-ready invoice — whether you book as an individual or on behalf of a company.

    • Credit card (Stripe) for instant confirmation and automated billing.

    • Bank transfer available for approved company purchases or sponsorship budgets.

    • Every payment triggers a Finanzamt-ready invoice automatically — no waiting, no manual edits.

    • Access anytime via the Invoice Client Portal (Profile).

    • Edit details — add company name, address, VAT ID, or PO / cost center.

    • Re-download your updated invoice instantly as PDF.

    • Invoices include all legal details, itemized lessons, and payment confirmation.

    • Educational services are VAT-exempt under German law (not reverse charge).

    • Finance-compliant invoices with full company data and references.

    • Payment by card or bank transfer (Net terms available).

    • Optional extended validity (12–24 months) for large corporate training budgets.

    • Split or consolidated billing and progress and attendance reports on request.

Why Flexible Packages Beat Traditional Courses

Feature GOI Flexible Packages Traditional School
Validity 12 months — your pace 8–12 week semester
Missed lessons ✓ Reschedule (24h) ✗ Usually forfeited
Focus ✓ Switch anytime ✗ Locked to syllabus
Pacing ✓ 1–5×/week as needed ✗ Fixed schedule

Not sure which package fits your life?

Book a free 30-minute consultation (Teens & Adults only) to meet your teacher, discuss your goals and plan your course. We'll choose based on your goals, timeline, and schedule reality.

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FAQ

  • All packages are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
    You can use your lessons at any pace — intensively or flexibly throughout the year.
    Corporate and sponsored clients can request extended validity (18–24 months) forlarge budgets (3000€+).

  • After the first used lesson, a package becomes non-refundable.
    However, unused lessons can be transferred to another GOI student — for example to a family member, friend, or colleague.
    Our free trial lets you experience the system before committing.

  • Yes. You can freely switch between business German, exam preparation, conversation, or general improvement.
    Your teacher adapts every session to your current needs and goals.

  • Lessons can be rescheduled or cancelled free of charge with at least 24-hour notice via our booking system.
    Cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time count as used.

  • All payments are processed securely via Stripe credit card checkout.
    Every payment automatically generates a Finanzamt-ready invoice, which you receive by email.
    In your Invoice Client Portal (Profile) you can edit all billing details — such as company name, address, or VAT ID — and re-download your invoice instantly.
    Corporate clients can also pay by bank transfer for approved purchase orders.

  • Everything you need: your private live lessons, learning materials, access to Google Classroom, and personalized progress tracking.
    There are no hidden fees.

  • Yes. We issue company invoices with full legal details, PO or cost-center references, and VAT ID if applicable.
    Employees can pay first and later edit their invoice to company details, or companies can receive a custom quote and pay via invoice or bank transfer.
    Corporate packages can include extended validity and monthly progress reports.

  • You can reschedule flexibly within your teacher’s calendar.

    Lessons canceled less than 24 hours before the start count as completed—this protects the teacher’s time.

  • Our teaching services are VAT-exempt (educational services).
    Invoices carry the note “VAT-exempt – educational services according to §4 Nr. 21 UStG.”
    No reverse-charge mechanism applies.

  • You can pause at any time — your lessons remain valid for the rest of the 12-month period.
    Your teacher will simply continue where you left off.

  • Unused lessons expire after the 12-month validity period. No extension possible.

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