Study 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. This is the standard student visa for international students who have been admitted to a German university and are ready to start their studies at a full-time university program.
• German Student Applicant Visa. You need this visa if you need to be in Germany to apply for university admission in person. This visa doesn’t allow you to study in Germany, it’s only valid for the university application process.
• German Language Course Visa. You need this type of visa to study for a German language course in Germany.

German Student Visa Requirements

The most important requirements during your Germany student visa process are:

• Visa Application Documents.
• Duly filled out and signed national visa application form.
• Your valid national passport.
• Two photocopies of your passport.
• Your certificate of birth.
• Your marriage certificate. (If applicable).
• Your child’s certificate of birth. (If applicable).
• Your recent passport-style photographs. (Up to 3).
• Photocopies of previous German residence titles. (If applicable).
• Previous Schengen visa.
• Previous German resident permit.