Germany Study Visa

Types of Germany study visa

Obtaining this type of visa is mandatory for all international applicants (except nationals of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland) who wish to study in Germany, and it includes the following categories.

Main German student visa (Visum Zur Studienzwecken)

The main German student visa is for applicants who have received admission from an accredited institution or university in Germany.

Study applicant visa (Visum Zur Studienbewerbung)

This visa is for applicants who have not yet chosen a field of study or are waiting for confirmation of admission.

Language course

The language course visa is for applicants who have received admission from an educational institution in Germany for the purpose of learning the language. The important point is that for this type of visa the length of the language course must be between three months and one year.

Germany school student visa

Applicants can apply to study at German schools at preschool, primary and secondary levels (academic, technical and vocational, and work-and-knowledge).

• Preschool: ages 3 to 6
• Primary level: ages 6 to 10
• Secondary level: ages 10 to 18

An important point is that schooling in Germany at primary level, or Grundschule, is compulsory.

Categories of German secondary schools:

• Technical and vocational schools (Hauptschule)

The entry requirement for these schools is a primary-level grade of 5 to 9; they are intended for students with a lower academic level and include apprenticeship courses.

• Work-and-knowledge schools (Realschule)

The entry requirement is a primary-level grade of 5 to 10. Apprenticeship courses at these schools are optional, and students can enter university if they wish.

• Academic schools (Gymnasium)

The entry requirement is a primary-level grade of between 10 and 13. After completing their studies, students who pass the national examination are permitted to continue their education at the best universities in Germany.

Requirements for obtaining a Germany study visa (school students)

• Children under 18 are not required to have a German language certificate.
• Educational immigration to Germany at school level is sensible and low-risk for those aged over 12.
• Possibility of studying at private and boarding schools for an annual fee of 30 thousand euros
• Requirement to have a guardian in order to study at German day schools

Germany study visa requirements at bachelor's level (university students)

• Holding a high school diploma
• Holding admission from German universities
• An education gap preferably of less than 5 years
• Holding a German language certificate at level 1b to study tuition-free
• Paying registration fees (about 700 to 800 euros) at tuition-free universities
• An IELTS certificate with a score of 6 to study in English at bachelor's level
• Paying tuition at German private universities (between 12 and 20 thousand euros a year)
• Providing a proof of funds letter (about 750 euros per month)

Germany study visa requirements at master's level (university students)

• Degrees from state and Azad universities are preferred over those from Payame Noor, applied science and non-profit universities
• Accreditation of your bachelor's degree documents with the Akademisches Auslandsamt in Germany
• Good knowledge of German or English

Germany study visa requirements at doctoral level (university students)

• Having a strong academic CV
• A high language level
• A record of scientific and research work
• International articles
• Letter of recommendation
• A suitable age
• Choosing a supervisor for admission to a university at doctoral level

Germany study visa requirements for the work-study course

• Taking part in the German work-study courses
• Age limit of 18 to 25 years
• Holding a 12-year diploma
• Knowledge of German up to C1 level
• Paying the registration fee (200 euros)

Documents required for a Germany study visa

• Application form
• Confirmation of admission
• Motivation letter
• Passport
• Travel ticket
• Photograph
• Health insurance
• Proof of financial means

• Certificate of enrolment from a German university
• Confirmation of enrolment

The process of obtaining a Germany study visa

• Step one: Receiving admission
• Step two: Booking an embassy appointment (online)
• Step three: After booking the appointment, an email containing a tracking number is sent to the person.
• Step four: Receiving a second email specifying the date and time of the interview.
• Step five: Confirmation of the email by the applicant within a maximum of 7 days.
• Step six: Attending the German embassy in person
• Step seven: Taking the interview
• Step eight: Finding out whether the visa is refused or approved (within 2 to several months).
• Step nine: After the visa is approved, the person must present their passport and tracking code to the embassy to receive the German visa sticker in their passport.

Language certificate for a Germany study visa

It is possible to study in English at some private universities, but the applicant must be able to speak German to some extent; otherwise they cannot obtain a Germany study visa.

Germany study visa without a language certificate

These people can apply to study at language colleges. Usually, people who are approved for a pre-study language college visa have at least an a2 or b1 level of German.

Cost of the Germany study visa

Important note: The cost of living and other incidental expenses in different German cities vary depending on each person's quality of life.

Benefits of the Germany study visa

• Possibility of obtaining residence after studying in this country
• International reputation of the country's educational institutions for teaching and research
• Great diversity of education
• Possibility of studying free of charge or at low cost in Germany
• Possibility of working after studying in Germany, given the labour market and the need for skilled workers
• Possibility of working while studying
• A diverse student community
• High level of safety
• Excellent health system

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Requirements for the Germany accompanying visa

• Applicants must first enter the country themselves, and relatives after a period of 90 to 365 days
• The applicant must have the proof of funds required to cover the family's living costs
• Having suitable accommodation
• Requirement for applicants to hold a German language certificate at level a1
• Marriage certificate

Reasons for refusal of the Germany study visa

• Insufficient financial means
• A long education gap
• Age not matching the level of study
• Incomplete documents
• The person's field of study in Germany not being consistent with their previous field of study
• Not being accepted at the interview
• Not having German health insurance
• Not having the required language level

Obtaining permanent residence and German citizenship through the Germany study visa

One of the main points of educational immigration to Germany is the possibility of residing in the country after completing the course of study. After completing their studies, applicants who receive a job offer can obtain a Germany work visa . After 5 years of residence and employment they can apply for permanent residence, and after 3 years for a German passport. But note that during the time you reside in the country you must comply with the following:

• No criminal record
• Proficiency in German (at least at B1 level)
• Ability to pay your own living costs
• Adherence to the German Basic Law

In this article we have discussed in detail studying in Germany and the benefits of obtaining a Germany study visa ; but as you know, obtaining a visa from the German embassy is a difficult and time-consuming process. For this reason, Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company strives to help you on this path by offering strategic and up-to-date immigration plans, so to receive advice you can get in touch with our experienced colleagues right now.

If you need advice , you can meet our consultants in person or online and learn about the process of obtaining your Germany study visa . You can also, right now, through our free assessment form, which is managed by expert consultants, check your eligibility for this type of visa.

Steps to obtain a Germany study visa

Dear applicant, if you would like to obtain a Germany study visa, follow the steps below

Assessment and consultation form

First, by completing the free assessment form, you can send your basic circumstances and details for review by the lawyers. If your general circumstances are suitable, a call time will be scheduled for your consultation. Please note that this entire process is free and is reviewed and assessed by specialist staff

Receiving a confirmation letter

After the consultation and completion of the immigration file process, a letter of approval or non-approval will be sent to you by licensed lawyers. This letter specifies whether or not you are eligible to immigrate, the type of immigration visa, and the route and conditions through which you can immigrate.

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