Why Study in Germany ?
The numbers of foreign people choosing Germany for their abroad studies are increasingly growing each year. Most international students will likely need to get a German student visa at a German consulate in their country before they can come to Germany to study.
Depending on the country you come from, you might be exempt from needing a visa to study in Germany, but you are still required to obtain a residence permit for studies lasting more than 90 days, once you arrive in Germany.
Types of Germany Study Visas
You may be issued a Germany visa for studies for a range of study levels and degrees. This includes undergraduate, exchange, graduate, or postgraduate studies. This also covers participation in a pre-academic measure or in a non-academic German language course.
There are three types of Germany student visas you can apply for:
German Student Visa Requirements
Visa Application Documents
- Duly filled out and signed national visa application form
- Your valid national passport
- Two photo copies of your passport
- Your Birth Certificate
- Photo copies of previous German residence titles. (if applicable)
- Previous Schengen Visa
- Previous German Residence permit
Document Require
Here is a checklist of the documents you would require to obtain a Germany job seeker visa
- A valid passport (issued in the past 10 years and valid for at least 12 months after your scheduled return)
- A copy of your passport's data page
- 3 passport pictures
- A cover letter where you explain the objective of your visit, how you plan to find employement, and your alternatives carrer plans if you cannot find a job.
- Diploma/Degree (or any other proof of academic qualification from a German or non-German university) as well as any certificate of previous work experience.
- Your detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of accomodation in Germany (where you will be staying during your visit)
- Proof of personal status in your home country, such as birth certificate, marriage certificate, and others (translate in English)
- Proof of your health insurance