Why Apply for a Germany Student Visa?

• 49 QS Ranking Universities
• 3 Years of Post Study Work Permit
• Tuition Fees below €3000 per year
• Scholarship worth EUR 1200 to EUR 9960
• Get a Visa in 8 to 16 weeks

Why Study In Germany?

Germany is an ideal destination for studying overseas with its world-class education and thrilling urban life. It has a welcoming culture and accepts immigrants from all over the world. With a German study visa, you can have access to world-class education. The German economy is vast and has infinite opportunities for overseas students.

• Universities in Germany charge low or no tuition fees, but students have to pay a nominal amount of administrative fees.
• Overseas students in Germany have numerous funding and scholarship options
• German Universities have a good number of programs taught in English
• Overseas students can enjoy a high standard of living at low costs
• Overseas graduates from German Universities have numerous job options
• Universities in Germany have a multi-ethnic and international ambiance
• A wide range of Universities and Courses are available to choose from
• Freedom to travel and visit other European Countries

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Apply for Germany Student Visa

Germany is one of the top destinations for Indian students to pursue high-quality education. The country offers cost-effective education for graduate, postgraduate, and master's programs. In addition to the nominal fee, various fee waivers and merit scholarships are available for international students. Obtaining a German study visa and gaining admission to German universities is more accessible than in other countries and universities.

 

Germany study visa types

Germany offers 3 different study visas for international students.

German Student Visa: This Visa is for international students who have gained admission to a German university for a full-time study program.
German Student Applicant Visa: You will need this Visa if you must apply in person for admission to a university course, but you cannot study in Germany with this Visa.
German Language Course Visa:  This Visa is required if you want to study for a German language course in Germany.

 

Popular universities in Germany

Germany rank	QS Rank 2024	University
1	37	Technical University of Munich
2	54	Ludwig-Maximillians-Universität München
3	87	Universität Heidelberg
4	98	Freie-Universität Berlin
5	106	RWTH Aachen University
6	119	KIT, Karlsruher-Institut für Technologie
7	120	Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
8	154	Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin)
9	192	Albert-Ludwigs-Universtaet Freiburg
10	205	Universität Hamburg

Source: QS World University Rankings 2024

 

Scholarship to Study in Germany

The cost of education in Germany is reasonable compared to many other European countries. German universities offer many scholarship benefits for international students. 

Name of the Scholarship	Amount (Per Year)
The Deutschlandstipendium at German Universities	€3600
DAAD WISE (Working Internships in Science and Engineering) Scholarship	€10332 & €12,600 travel subsidy
DAAD Scholarships in Germany for Development-Related Postgraduate Courses	€14,400
DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance	€11,208
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)	€10,332 for graduate students; €14,400 for Ph.D
Friedrich Naumann Foundation Scholarship for International Students	€10,332
ESMT Women's Academic Scholarship	Up to €32,000
Goethe Goes Global	€6,000
WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management	€3,600
DLD Executive MBA	€53,000
University of Stuttgart Master Scholarship	€14,400
Eric Bleumink Scholarship	-
Rotary Foundation Global	-

Germany University Fees

Course	Fees (per year)
Bachelors Courses	€500 -€20,000
Masters Courses	€5,000 – €30,000
MS	€300 to €28,000
PhD	€300 to €3000

Public Universities in Germany

German public Universities list is mentioned in the following.

• Humboldt University of Berlin
• Freie University of Berlin
• Technical University of Munich
• Technical University of Berlin
• University of Bayreuth
• Heidelberg University
• University of Hamburg
• University of Stuttgart
• University of Mannheim
• University of Cologne

Universities and Programs

Universities	Programs
Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg	Masters
EU Business School	MBA
Frankfurt School of Finance and Management	MBA
Free University of Berlin	Bachelors
Heidelberg University	Masters
Humboldt University	Bachelors, Masters
Humboldt University of Berlin	Bachelors, Masters
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz	MBA
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology	Bachelors, Btech, Masters
Leipzig University	MBA
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich	Masters
RWTH Aachen University	Bachelors, Masters, MBA
Technical University of Berlin	Masters
University of Bayreuth	MBA
Technical University of Berlin	Bachelors
University of Berlin	Masters
University of Hamburg	MBA
University of Mannheim	MBA
University of Munich	Btech, Masters, MBA
University of Stuttgart	Btech
University of Tubingen	Masters

Intakes in Germany

The following are the Germany intakes and application deadlines.

Intake 1: Summer Semester – The summer semester is between March and August. The application must be submitted before January 15th every year.

Intake 2: Winter Semester –The winter semester runs from October through February or October through March. The application must be submitted before July 15th every year.

 

Germany Study Intakes for Graduate and Masters Courses

Higher Study Options	Duration	Intake Months	Deadline to Apply
Bachelors	4 Years	Oct (Major) & Mar (Minor)	8-10 months before the intake month
Masters (MS/MBA)	2 Years	Oct (Major) & Mar (Minor)

German student visa validity

German study visas are usually issued for 3 to 6 months. Students must migrate to Germany and complete the official educational formalities during this period. After that, they apply for a German resident permit, which is issued for the duration of their course. Depending on the need, the resident license can also be extended.

 

German student visa requirements

• Transcripts and certificates of your academics.
• An interview with the corresponding university.
• Must clear the GRE or GMAT exams.
• Any of the English language proficiency tests, IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, if you are a non-native English speaker
• If your language medium is German, you must clear Testdaf (German language test).
• Go through the university's official portal for information regarding the additional requirements.

Educational requirements to study in Germany include, 

Higher Study Options	Minimum Educational Requirement	Minimum Required Percentage	IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score	Backlogs Information	Other Standardized Tests
Bachelors	12 Years of Education (10+2) + 1 Year of Bachelor’s degree	75%	German language proficiency B1-B2 level in each band	Up to 10 backlogs (some private hospital universities may accept more)	The minimum SAT score required is 1350/1600
Masters (MS/MBA)	3/4 Years of Graduate Degree. If it is a 3-years degree, students must have done 1 year of PG diploma	70%	Overall, 6.5 with no band less than 6 German language proficiency A1-A2 level		GRE 310/340 and GMAT 520/700 and work experience of 1-3 years may be required for Engineering and MBA programs, respectively

Germany Student Visa Checklist

• Application form
• Declaration
• Statement of Purpose
• Proof of admission
• Academic transcripts
• Financial cover proof

Benefits of Studying in Germany

• Many scholarship options for international students.
• The cost of education is lower in Germany than in other countries.
• Many English medium universities.
• Less cost of living with high standard.
• The country allows you to work while studying.
• QS Ranked universities and many course options.
• Travel and visit other European Countries

How to apply for Germany student visa

Step 1: Check your eligibility for a German student Visa.
Step 2: Arrange all the required documents.
Step 3: Apply for a German visa online.
Step 4: Wait for the approval status.
Step 5:  Fly to Germany for your education.

Germany Student Visa Processing Time

The processing time for a German study visa can be up to 6 months. It depends upon the country you are applying from and the German embassy. After you apply, you can track the status of your Visa.

 

Germany Student Visa Cost

The cost of a German student visa is between 75€ and 120€ for adults and 37.5€ to 50€ for minors. The visa fee must be paid online when applying.

 

Cost of Study in Germany

Higher Study Options	Average Tuition Fee per Year	Visa Fee	Living Expenses for 1 Year/Proof of funds for 1 year	Is opening a bank account in the country required to show proof of funds?
Bachelors	Public universities: 150 to 1500 Euro/Semester (6 months) - Private universities: 11,000 to 15,000 Euros per annum (approximately)	75 Euros	11,208 Euros	The student needs to open a blocked account of 11,208 Euros to show proof of living expenses
Masters (MS/MBA)

 

Work Authorization for International Students

Student Applicant:

Over 60% of international students in Germany opt to work part-time to cover their living expenses.

Scholarships, parental income, student loans, personal savings, and part-time work are ways to finance studies in Germany.

For the student applicant, the work authorization is as given below –

• The student must be over 18 years of age
• International students in Germany can work up to 120 full days or 240 half days of the year.
• Working as a research assistant or student assistant at your university will not count towards your limit.
• Overseas students on a German visa can work full-time in Germany during their regular university breaks.
• They can also work additional hours if their job is mandatory under specific regulations.
• Even an unpaid internship during the semester break will be considered everyday work and subtracted from the 120-day credit balance.
• Required mandatory internships that are part of the course do not count.
• Non-EU students cannot work as freelancers or be self-employed when studying in Germany.
• Those aiming to work longer than the 120-day limit must obtain specific permission. The foreigner's registration office [Ausländerbehörde] and the local employment agency [Agentur fur Arbeit] issue these permissions.
• If you are considering part-time work while studying abroad in Germany, it is recommended that you find a job related to your field of study.
• This way, not only do they stand to gain in terms of covering their living expenses, but they can also use the work experience to earn credits toward their studies.

Spouse:

In general, spouses are given the same rights as students in Germany. Therefore, if the student in Germany has the right to work, the spouse who comes to join them will also have the same right. But also note that only work permit holders can apply for the dependent visas.

 

Germany Post Study Work Visa

International students who complete their education in Germany can apply for a post-study work visa. This visa is sanctioned for a period beyond the duration of your study. After the post-study work visa, an 18-month job seeker visa will be allotted. If your employer allows you to continue working, the work visa is extendable depending on the tenure.

Students may get a residence permit even if they get a job offer for part-time employment, provided that the expected salary is sufficient for their subsistence.

Suppose a student wants to stay in Germany and become a permanent resident. In that case, he can apply for a 'settlement permit' as early as two years after receiving the permanent residence permit or EU Blue Card.
 

Work Opportunities After Graduation

A proper university degree is essential for securing a high-paying job in Germany.

For an international worker seeking employment in Germany, the primary sectors to consider are – IT, coal, machine tools, textiles, engineering, electronics, chemicals, machinery, shipbuilding, vehicles, food, and beverages.

Recent growth areas in Germany include the automotive industry, high-tech manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, and tourism.

Higher Study Options	Part-time work duration allowed	Post-study work permit	Can departments work full-time?	Is schooling free for department children	PR option available for post-study and work
Bachelors	20 Hours per week	18 months temporary residence permit	No	No	No
Masters (MS/MBA)	20 Hours per week

Can The Students Apply For a PR Visa Upon Graduation?

Suppose you are a student visa holder and wish to stay in Germany after your course. In that case, you must obtain a German permanent residence permit, also known as the settlement permit or the Niederlassungserlaubnis in German.

With the permanent residence permit, you can work in Germany and travel in and out of the country.

The Niederlassungserlaubnis is usually given to people with either the EU Blue Card or who have held a temporary residence permit for some years. To be eligible for the permanent residence permit, such people must prove the following:

• They have worked in Germany for at least 5 years
• That their job has the approval of the Federal Employment Agency
• That they have paid the necessary taxes and cleared other contributions to the German government

Moreover, knowledge of some advanced German language is also necessary at this stage, as the requirements for German language proficiency are more stringent for the permanent residence permit than for the Student visa.

Once you have the permanent residence permit, your spouse and children can join you in Germany. They will initially be given a temporary residence permit. After a few years, your family can also get a permanent residence permit.

Requirements To Be Fulfilled For Eligibility For a Residence Permit

To be eligible for any of the residence permits, you will be expected to fulfill specific requirements, which include –

• Have a valid passport from another country.
• No criminal record.
• German proficiency of at least B1 level.
• Have German health insurance.
• A health check-up proves you are healthy enough to study and work.
• Be financially stable, with the ability to support your family and yourself.
• If you work in Germany, you need a letter from your employer stating the job offer and a job description.
• If you will be studying in Germany with a German student visa, you will need proof of admission into a university.
• A marriage certificate is needed if you will be joining your spouse in Germany.

Y-Axis – Study in Germany Consultants

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• Free Counseling: Free Counseling on university and course selection.

• Campus Ready Program: Fly to Germany with the best and ideal course. 

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• Coaching: Y-Axis offers IELTS live classes to clear with high.  

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