All persons who wish
to study at a high school, college or university
in Germany are required to obtain a residence
permit.
All visas are not the same. A “tourist visa”
cannot be converted into a “student visa”
and as a tourist, you are not eligible to
study in Germany.
The visa must be issued before you can enter
the country; you should therefore apply for
it in good time. The responsible body is the
German Embassy or Consulate General in your
country, which can also provide you with further
information.
Requirements
Three
Types of Visa for International Students
(1)
A language course visa, which cannot
be subsequently converted into a student
visa. It is valid only for the duration of the
course.
(2)
A three-month study applicant’s
visa, which is valid if you have not yet obtained
university admission. After admission, it must
be converted as quickly
as possible into a resident permit for student
purposes at the office for
foreigners’ affairs.
(3) The
visa for study purposes, valid for one year.
In order to obtain this visa, you
must provide proof of admission and financial
support for the duration of
study.
Documents Required
(1)
A valid passport
(2)
Passport Size photos
(3)
Entitlement to university admission,
as recognized in Germany (usually a high
school diploma or graduation examination certificate)
(4)
Evidence of previous academic performance
(5)
Proof that complete financial support
for one year is guaranteed
The visa application is submitted at the German
Embassy or the German Consulate in your country
of residence – preferably as early as
possible. German Embassy or Consulate personnel
can provide further information.
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