Germany is the place of choice when it comes to higher education quality, research infrastructure, teaching methods, affordability of studies, and career prospects. That is why many internationals still believe that Germany is the best place for further education.
On the one hand, not all foreigners can immediately realize such a dream. This is because some nationalities are not allowed to enter and reside in German territory without an appropriate German visa.
In order to enter the Federal Republic of Germany and carry out the desired activities there, there is a visa application procedure that must be passed in stages. One of the most important parts of applying for a German visa is collecting and submitting the necessary documents for the type of visa you want to obtain. Getting a German visa is not an easy task and can be a tedious process. If you’re confused by the amount of information available on what steps you need to take, you’re at the right place.
6 Steps for visa process:-
STEP I – Book an appointment
It is mandatory that you book an appointment before you can go to the Application center to submit your documents for a German VISA. All visa applications are accepted only if you have made a prior appointment.
STEP II – Prepare your visa application
Depending on the purpose of your visit to Germany please check with VFS global website the appropriate visa type you need to apply for, the visa fees, and all the required documents. Complete and sign the application form and collect all the required documents before applying.
STEP III – Visit the Visa Application Center
After you arrive at the Application Center, your appointment letter will be verified and you will be issued a token. Please be on time, the embassy may not be able to process your visa request if you are late for more than 10 minutes.
STEP IV - Entering the application information
After the verification of your application, all the application form information will be entered into the online system of the German consulate and you will receive a printed copy of your application. This process usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. After you get the printed form please make sure to verify all the details are correct and sign the form.
After you pay for the visa you will be issued a receipt which you have to keep in order to collect your processed application.
STEP V – Biometric data collection
Once the application has been completed, biometrics will be collected using a quick process that captures a 10-digit fingerprint scan with a digital finger scanner. This will usually take 7-8 minutes per applicant.
STEP VI – Visa application submission
The submission process generally takes 10 minutes to complete. Your documents and visa application form will be checked and verified. Please make sure that:
All your documents are arranged in the order stated on the checklist & Your application form is complete and signed.
You will be asked to collect another token if the visa application form is incomplete, you have not arranged the documents in the required order or you have not provided all the necessary photocopies of documents.
Once the application is complete, your passport, application form, and documents will be held temporarily by the application center. Please note that you cannot take the passport during the application process with you, if you have to take your passport for whatever reason the application will be canceled and you will need to re-apply.
Congratulations, you have now completed the visa application process. This application will be sent for processing the next working day to the Consulate. Make sure to keep the payment receipt as this is required to collect your passport.
What are the Documents Required while Applying for a German Visa?
The following list of documents required for any short-term German student visa application:
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Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least another year as of the date of visa application; passports with observations regarding the front data page cannot be accepted) with at least two empty pages.
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Application form & declaration (in accordance with Section 54 of the Residence Act) duly signed.
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Declaration for Additional contact and legal representation information.
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Copy of your passport’s data page (A4 size copy)
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Statement of purpose / Motivation letter.
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Proof of admittance to the study course/preparatory college (original and 2 copies) including information on the language of instruction.
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Where not confirmed by the University in the admission notification: Proof of the language skills in the language of instruction for the study course or the preparatory course (without a preparatory language course as a rule at least B2-level in the language of instructions) (original and 2 copies)
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Where applicable: Certificates of other academic qualifications (original and 2 copies)
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Curriculum vitae
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Proof of financial means to cover the costs for the time of your studies by one of the following documents:
- Confirmation of a German / EU scholarship/stipend or
- “Verpflichtungserklärung” (formal obligation letter) by sponsor living in Germany or
- Blocked account for the first year of your stay, amounting to 10.332€
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3 passport pictures according to biometric specifications, not older than 6 months
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A Visa fee of 75 € payable in INR only
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Travel health insurance valid on arrival in Germany to the date of enrollment at the University (mentioned in your admission letter) (approx. 3 months). Kindly refer to www.india.diplo.de/visa to find out about the travel health insurance accepted.
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