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Student visa

Germany

Official source
Processing time

Varies by German mission and local foreigners authority

Success rate

Not published

Duration

Course or preparatory-study period, subject to residence-permit renewal

Requirements

4 items
  • Admission to recognised higher education or a qualifying preparatory course
  • Proof of secure financing through an accepted method
  • Valid health insurance
  • Academic and language evidence required for the programme and visa

Process overview

Total: Varies by German mission and local foreigners authority
  1. 1

    Confirm eligibility

    Before applying

    Use the linked issuing-authority page and the route-specific document list.

  2. 2

    Prepare and submit

    Application stage

    Apply through the official online service, recognised sponsor, embassy or consulate, as applicable.

  3. 3

    Authority assessment

    Varies by German mission and local foreigners authority

    Published service standards are not approval guarantees and can vary by location and case complexity.

  4. 4

    Complete post-approval steps

    After approval

    Finish entry, registration or residence-permit formalities required by the destination country.

Cost breakdown

  • Standard national visa fee€75.00
Total listed cost€75.00

Residence-permit and document costs may be additional; exemptions can apply. Fees and eligibility can change. Confirm the current amount and conditions on the linked official source before applying.

Top cities

MunichNurembergAugsburgBerlinHamburgFrankfurt