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Providing proof of secondary and academic qualifications Would you like to study in Germany? Find out in advance whether your school-leaving certificate suffices for enrolling in a German university. Recognition of secondary and academic qualifications If you would like to study in Germany, you will need a university entrance qualification . You can check the DAAD database on admission requirements to find out if the qualifications from your country of origin are sufficient for enrolment, or if...

Attending first language courses Learn German to pursue your studies successfully. Depending on the course of study, language skills may even be a requirement. If you apply for a course of study taught in German, you must provide proof of being proficient in German. The relevant certificates are the DSH (German language examination for the admission of foreign students to higher education institutions) and the TestDaF (examination for German as a foreign language). Students who have passed the t...

Securing funding Be well prepared for your studies: Make sure that your are able to support yourself financially during your time in Germany. The question of financing your studies in Germany is vital. If you come from a country outside the EU/EEA and need a temporary residence title for the purpose of studying, you have to prove that you have the financial means to study and live in Germany. To this end, you can set up a blocked bank account in Germany with a minimum amount of €11,904 (as of...

Finding a university place Would you like to study at a German university? Find out here how to find your future course of study. You can use the Study in Germany database to find a suitable course of study or the right higher education institution. There are two ways to apply for a place at university: At many universities, you can apply via uni-assist e.V. The uni-assist website will tell you which universities are included. If your preferred university is not covered by uni-assist, you can ap...

Applying for a visa Depending on your country of origin, you may need a visa to study in Germany. Here you can inform yourself of the general conditions. You do not need an entry visa in order to study in Germany if you are a citizen of an EU country, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. You do not need an entry visa if you come from Australia, Andorra, Brazil, El Salvador, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Canada, Monaco, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, San Marino, the United Kingdom of Gr...

Project THAMM: Fair recruitment of trainees and skilled workers from North Africa Correct as of: 30/06/2022 With its project entitled “Towards a Holistic Approach to Labour Migration Governance and Labour Mobility in North Africa” (THAMM), German development cooperation promotes the fair and development-oriented recruitment of trainees and qualified professionals from Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia. 1. What exactly does the THAMM project involve? The THAMM project helps partner institutions in N...

Bank account How do I open a bank account in Germany? We explain what you need to consider when opening an account. If you plan on living in Germany long term, you require a German bank account ( current account ) to rent a flat or to receive your salary via bank transfer, for instance. But you will also be able to use your debit card (Girokarte) in your day-to-day life, for example, to pay at the supermarket. You can use you debit card in other countries in Europe which use the euro as currency...

Discover the German IT industry The IT industry is one of the biggest and most successful industries in Germany. Find out here why this is the case and how you can contribute. Germany can do IT too The technology sector is one of the most important economic sectors in Germany. With an annual turnover of 222.6 billion euros in 2024, the IT industry is a major economic driving force – and it is growing steadily. With over 1.1 million skilled workers at the end of 2024, the IT sector is also the...

Other types of visa Other than taking up employment, there are other reasons to apply for a visa to enter Germany. For certain professional groups, special entry and employment rules have to be considered. Read more about other types of visa that are designed for a long-term stay in Germany. Special regulation for assistants in nursing As an assistant in nursing from a third country, you have the opportunity to practise your profession in Germany. Find out what the requirements are here. Visa fo...