Your Gateway to Quality Education in Europe
Planning to study in Germany? Understanding the student visa process is one of the most important steps in your journey. Hereโs a comprehensive guide that breaks it all down for you.
1. Types of Student Visas for Germany
Visa Type | Purpose |
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For students with a confirmed admission letter from a German university | |
For students who are still awaiting admission or planning to attend entrance exams/interviews | |
For students attending an intensive German language course (3-12 months) |
Indian students must apply for the Student Visa (National Visa โ Type D) at the German Consulate/VFS.
2. Required Documents
Hereโs your visa checklist
Valid Passport (min. 6 months validity)
Letter of Admission from German university
APS Certificate (mandatory for Indian applicants)
Academic Transcripts and Certificates
Proof of Language Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/TestDaF/DSH)
Proof of Financial Resources:
โโโข Blocked Account (min. โฌ11,208 for 1 year)
โโโข OR Scholarship award letter
Visa Application Form & Declaration
Health Insurance Proof (travel or public)
SOP or Motivation Letter
2 Passport-size Photographs
Visa Fee Payment Proof (~โฌ75)
3. Visa Application Timeline
Step | Timeline |
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3โ6 weeks in advance | |
On appointment day | |
On the same/next day | |
Usually 4โ8 weeks | |
Email + passport dispatch |
Early appointment booking is critical, especially for Winter (Sept/Oct) intake.
4. Blocked Account (Sperrkonto)
You must show financial proof via a blocked account, with at least โฌ11,208/year (as of 2024).
Popular providers:
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Fintiba
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Expatrio
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Coracle
Set up the blocked account before visa appointment.
5. Health Insurance
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Temporary travel insurance for visa application
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After arrival, youโll need public health insurance (TK, AOK, etc.) for enrollment
6. Post-Visa: Whatโs Next?
Book your flight
Register your residence within 14 days in Germany
Convert your visa to a Residence Permit (at the Foreignersโ Office)
Open a German bank account
Attend university orientation
Impelโs End-to-End Visa Support
At Impel Overseas Consultants we help you with:
Visa application forms & documentation
APS Certification process
Blocked account setup
Visa interview preparation
Pre-departure & arrival guidance
A German student visa isnโt just a permit โ itโs your passport to a world-class future!