After a hiatus of two years now finally the world is open to travel with all the travel restrictions curbed. People are finally ready to travel to their favourite destinations while students are ready to fly to their abroad universities. Germany is one of the countries where students go for further studies and if it is on your mind too, Here is a guide to getting your student visa in Germany.
Documents Required
In order to obtain a German student visa, make sure to keep all these documents ready in advance.
- Two national visa forms (filled and signed)
- National passport and two photocopies of the same
- Recent biometric portrait photographs (2)
- Birth certificate
- Letter of declaration
- Letter of commitment
- Original previous education certificates
- Admission letter
- Paid visa application receipt
- Motivational letter
- Curriculum vitae
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Application For Student Visa
The application process is very easy.
- Visit the German Consulate or Embassy in your country and submit your application.
- Keep all the required documents ready before you go for your appointment.
- Prepare well for the interview and you can also look at the commonly asked questions on the internet to help you better.
The Perks That Student Visa Entitles You With
Undergraduate, graduate or vocational students can easily apply for an extension before their permit expires if their study program takes longer than expected. As long as you are still enrolled in your studies, you are allowed to work full-time or part-time for 120 days or 240 days respectively. If you want to find a job in Germany after you finish your programme, you can extend your permit for up to 18 months.
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