Quick starter: how to sort correctly

Get local rules from your building, follow collection schedules, and reduce contamination in recyclables.

Key points to understand

Ask landlord/administrator for local rules + collection schedule

Ask landlord/administrator for local rules + collection schedule. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Rinse containers and flatten cardboard

Rinse containers and flatten cardboard. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Avoid contaminated waste in recyclables

Avoid contaminated waste in recyclables. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Practical tips

• Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
• Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
• Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.