“Aufnahmeprüfung” is like an entrance exam. The international students who want to attend the Studienkolleg must give this examination. It proves that your German knowledge is sufficient enough to study in the Studienkolleg class. This exam mostly consists of German language and mathematics.

Foundation course or Studienkolleg is a preparatory course designed to prepare the coming international students. You study this course if you want to study in Germany but your educational background does not qualify you for direct entry into your bachelors. Studienkolleg will prepare you academically and linguistically for your further studies in Germany.

Feststellungsprüfung in simple words is a University qualification exam or entrance exam. Feststellungsprüfung is a test that determines your eligibility to study in Germany.  The Studienkolleg prepares you for this final examination. If you want to get admission into the German university you will have to clear this course.

If your secondary-school certificate is not acceptable for study in Germany, you will have to attend a foundation course (“Studienkolleg”) before you are allowed to enrol in any institution. The high school education in Germany consists of 13 years in total. While in other it is about 12 years mostly. So you do not have the qualifications required for Germany university admission for bachelor degree level.

Thus, you have to study at Studienkolleg first which teaches you the German language. Then the gap of education will be filled for your further undergraduate admission. The Aufnahmeprüfung and Feststellungsprüfung exams are proof of your German language knowledge.

To study a foundation course (Studienkolleg) you need to give “Aufnahmeprüfung”. This is basically to check if your German knowledge of B1 level.

• You can apply for this either through uni-assist or directly through the university.
• You get an invitation letter for the exam.
• Then when you travel to Germany you have to give this admission test.
• If you pass this test only then you can study studienkolleg.

Note: The entrance exam is taken in January or February for the summer semester. The entrance exam is taken in July for the winter semester. It can be repeated twice.

It mostly contains two sections German and mathematics. The paper structure varies for each university but the usual structure is as follow:

German test is of almost B2 level. It may have comprehension; fill in blanks and text production. Sometimes there is text production as well. This exam is usually 45-60 mins long.

This exam consists of basic mathematics questions. It usually contains algebra, geometry and some differentiation and integration. You are allowed a calculator for this exam. The exam is usually 60 mins long.

This test is taken completely in German. It consists of the following parts:

• One part of the examination is a German language test.
• The second part is of examination is from subjects related to your future bachelor’s degree. Two mandatory subjects are selected according to the studienkolleg you studied.
• Third additional test may be carried out. This is an oral examination.

Note: If you fail the test on the first attempt, you may repeat it to pass.

You may be allowed to take the “Feststellungsprüfung” only after one semester if your grades are very good. However, usually, it is conducted after 1 year when you complete your foundation course semester. This is conducted twice a year.

You can also take an FSP exam as an external candidate. External candidates are students who want to take Exam without attending the foundation course. For this, the candidate has to prepare for the Exam by themselves. If you are want to take as an external candidate then you have to meet the same requirements as students who studied Studienkolleg. You must know C1 level German.

Note: As an external candidate you must apply through Uni-assist.

If you are able to clear the FSP examination then you can apply to different universities for further studies. You can now study bachelors in Germany.

We hope this article helps you clear your Aufnahmeprüfung and Feststellungsprüfung.

People presume that Germany won’t have any tipping culture. This is mostly misunderstood because of the straightforward and cold attitude of Germans.  However, tipping is common in Germany. In fact, it is a representation of your satisfaction towards their services.

There are no strict rules of tipping, but the method of tipping is different in Germany. In most countries, you leave tip on the table in restaurants.  But that is not the case in Germany.  In Germany, you tell the server how much you want to give tip. You can understand that tipping is something you should do in Germany but you necessarily do not have to do it.
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You only tip if you receive some sort of service. In case you are just doing take away you do not have to give tips. As workers are mostly paid a good minimum wage in Germany they do not depend on tips. But not giving tip in case you have received services is a sign of dissatisfaction.

The amount of tipping is not precise but you usually tip 5-10% of your bill. Mostly people just round off the amount when giving tip. For example, if your bill is 8.50 Euros you just pay 10 Euros, 1.5 Euros as a tip. If your bill is bigger like 132 Euros give 140 Euros. Most people do not tip more than 10 Euros.

In case you have eaten at a restaurant and servers has served you food and drinks. Then you have to tip the waiter. The method is that after you have finished the food you call the waiter. Don’t call by name, just try to make a eye contact or waiter will come to you. He will let you know the amount of your bill. For example, it was like it was 17.5 Euros. If you want to give tip tell amount above the bill. In this case, you give him 20 Euros and tell to cut 19 Euros he will understand that 1.5 Euros is a tip. Leaving tip at the table is considered very rude in Germany.

You do not pay a tip if you are not satisfied with food or service. Also in Germany, if you are eating with friends the correct method there is splitting the bill. Germans prefer to pay for only what they consumed. In this case call, the waiter asks him for your bill only and you can pay for yourself. Since he took time to separately tell everyone individually their bill one should at least give him a Euro.

If you are in Bar and barman is just pouring drinks in glasses just round off your bill to your neatest Euro or do not pay a tip. But if you are in the table service bar and you are served drinks. Give tip at least 10% of your bill.

In hotels, if you receive services like room service or concierge give them a tip. If they carry your bags to the room you have to pay at least 2 Euros to them. It also depends upon their attitude if they are rude and cold you can simply forget tipping.

In the case of hairdressers or spa, most people follow the rule of 10%. You receive services and pay them a tip that is 10% of your bill. You do not have to overdo it just pay some Euros. This will show that you were satisfied with their services.

In case of a local journey, you just round off your bill to the nearest Euro. But if you take a longer ride give the driver a Euro or two. However, if the driver was rude or you didn’t like driving or something just does not pay any tip.

In case of delivery, you should pay at least a Euro to them. In case you made them go through long stairs it should be common courtesy to at least pay 2 Euros.

Outside public washrooms there can be cash counter or a person sitting. It is understood that you have to pay them a tip. It is mostly 50 cents. This is a mandatory tip you have to give them for keeping washrooms clean.

You tip when you received good service and were happy with it. In case you do not tip it means something was wrong. As in Germany If you are not satisfied with the service, you do not leave tip at all.

But if you are only grabbing something like coffee and come out of the cafe in minutes, it is fine to not leave a tip.

If you receive services and do not pay tip it is considered rude. You are looked as frugal. Also in case you leave tip on the table in restaurants and cafe this is also considered rude.

If you are paying by card, tell the server the amount you wish to tip before they swipe your card. However, to guarantee that the entire tip goes to the server, it’s better to pay the tip in cash. Also in Germany cash rules. So most places do not accept card it is better to pay in cash.

We hope this article helps you get enlighten about the tipping culture in Germany.

Germany is an excellent country to study PhD. Germany offers two types of PhD and diverse disciplines to select from. There is a very high chance of your finding a PhD program of your interest in Germany. In addition, it equips you with guaranteed success in your profession after completion of your studies.

There are two types of PhD offered in Germany. These are:

• The candidate selects the institution where they would prefer to carry out their research either at a university or non-university organization or within a German company.
• There is no compulsory attendance, deadlines or curriculum.
• You will focus on completing your research and writing a thesis.
• The supervisor will have little input into the content of your project and you will be expected to largely work independently towards your own thesis.
• Students will have to submit a thesis and complete an oral presentation and examination of their work in front of at least two professors in related fields.
• The oral examinations test your wider knowledge in the field.
• In some cases, the oral examinations are replaced with a defence of your thesis. The thesis defence focuses more on the research you have conducted and why you did it.

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• It involves completing compulsory lectures, seminars and interim assessments on research related topics.
• You will attend transferable skills training in academic/scientific methods and soft skills.
• Students are tutored by supervisors under the strict program curriculum.
• There is actually a team of supervisors who look after all the PhD students within a doctoral program. So there is more support and training from supervisors and other members of your programs.
• You have to complete several compulsory units in order to attain the 180-240 ECTS credits that are typically required for doctoral students.
• You will be assessed on your knowledge of course content delivered in lectures and seminars. And you will have to submit a thesis, and complete the oral examinations.

To study PhD in Germany you need the following documents:

• Firstly consult the online database of “Anabin”. It gives you a quick country-specific search according to your qualification recognition in Germany.
• There is another method to check your earlier education equivalence. An alternative way is DAAD’s online database.

• You have to get your degrees attested by HEC and by Consulate.
• Get the copies of your documents (Matriculation result, Intermediate result, Bachelors/masters Transcript & Degree, IELTS/TOEFL) notarized by a lawyer if required.

• To study individual doctorate you need to find an appropriate university. You can look for a supervisor and appropriate program through the database like DAAD, PhdGermany.de, Hochschulkompass.de., the research explores.
• To study structured doctorate you can look on DAAD, DFG, Helmholtz association, max plank society.

The method of applying can vary depending upon your search and choice of PhD. The basic procedure is as follow:
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• Find the appropriate PhD program and also a supervisor in case of individual doctorate.
• Collect all the required documents as specified by the applied program.
• Complete the application form with accurate data.
• Then you either have to upload scanned copies of these document or you have to send your documents through DHL.
• You may also have to write an appropriate email to your supervisor.
• After you have applied wait for a response. In case you are accepted, you will be contacted for an interview.
• The interview is conducted through Skype calls (more than one in some cases). In case you pass all through interviews you are sent admission letter.
• Then you have to obtain a student visa to go to Germany.

The length of PhDs is not standard. It varies from 3–6 years. And it also greatly depends upon your research.

We hope this article helps you get admission to study PhD in Germany.

• You can either open a blocked account only.
• Or you can get public health insurance with a free current account, free liability insurance and free ISIC card
• Or you can get a value package that includes both blocked account and health insurance with additional services.

• Blocked account cheapest of all
• Public health insurance for 18 months
• Free travel insurance for 30 days
• Get Free ISIC card for 1 year
• Free Current bank account for 1 year
• And free Liability insurance for 1 year

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• Visit Expatrio website and choose what you want. You can choose Blocked account, health insurance or value package.
• First, expatrio will ask you some basic question to check whether you need a block account or not. For this the questions will be:
  • For what occupation (student, internship etc) are you applying for a visa?
  • What is your nationality?
  • What is your age?
  • Are you a tax resident of the USA?
• If you need block account they will calculate the amount you need to block according to the length of your stay.
• Then you need to provide some information. That includes :
  • Personal information (name, date of birth, place of birth, contact number and email)
  • Address (German if you have any and you current home country address)
  • Dates of your stay (name of the university, arrival date if confirmed, the number of semesters you have studied till now)
  • If you have children or not?
  • Passport information (passport number, date of issue and expiry, passport country). And you also have to upload a colour copy of your passport.
  • Tax residency information

• After filling all the information you have to agree to their terms and conditions.
• Then press “confirm and submit”.
• As you press you will receive a confirmation E-mail
• After verification and confirmation of your documents, and Expatrio will send you blocked account confirmation document.
• Then you need to transfer the required money to the blocked account.
• As the correct amount is transferred you will receive a blocking confirmation.

So if have your current account, then you have to activate your blocked account. For this you need the following document:

• Your visa document
• City registration “Anmeldung”
• The German account opening document.

After providing this document you will receive activation order document. And then you can receive your monthly payout of 853 Euros monthly.

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Note: If you have to deposit more than 853 Euros for a month, then expatrio demands official document from visa authority stating the request. 

1. If expatrio had to send back the money, they will use this buffer fee to cover the costs of transferring fees.
2. They can also use the buffer to cover the difference if the money arrived is short under 100 Euros.

In case the buffer is not used, expatrio claims that with the last monthly transfer buffer will also be sent back from your blocked account into your personal German bank account.

Expatrio demands the following documents:

• Your signed Closing Order: The details must match the original sender’s information. Because expatrio will send money back to your home account where the money was originally sent from, not to your current German account.
• Sperrfreigabe: This is a document from the German Embassy in your home country or the Foreigner’s Office if you are still in Germany. This states that expatrio must return the funds back to the original sender’s account.
• Copy of the initial bank transfer receipt: This contains the transfer details such as the transfer amount, account number, and BIC code.

Please do let us know about your experience in comment sections. So that others can also benefit from your experience.

We hope this article helps you open a blocked account.

Also, learn about:

• Germany Training/Internship Visa
• Germany Business Visa
• German Tourist and Visitor Visa
• Germany Freelance Visa

What is a job seeker visa in Germany?

The Job Seeker Visa is a long term residence permit. It allows you to move to Germany and look for the fitting job for yourself. You can stay for six months to look for a job. This visa does not permit you to work. But you can find an appropriate job for yourself. Then your job seeker visa is converted to work permit. The main purpose of this visa is to lure qualified experts to Germany to overcome low manpower.

Job Seeker Visa Eligibility

You need to fulfil some criteria to be eligible for job seeking visa. These are:

• You must have a Bachelor or Master’s Degree at a German university or a foreign degree equivalent to German.
• And you must have work experience (a minimum of 5 years) related to your field of interest. If you have an IT background and have good programming skills then 2 years experience is sufficient. In recent times we have seen a lot of developers coming to Germany with 2-3 years of working experience.
• And proof of your sufficient financial funds. Enough to cover your whole stay in Germany.
• And you need travel or medical insurance till your entire stay in Germany.
• bank balance for Germany job seeker visa

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Bank balance for Germany job seeker visa

In Germany, the average monthly expenses are 853 euros. On a Job seeking visa, it is expected you will travel a lot. Travelling is expensive in Germany. One month can cost you up to 900 to 1000 Euros. So the total amount should be around 5500 to 6000 €. A healthy bank balance is a positive factor.

Requirements

For applying for Job seeking visa you are required to collect your documents. And get them notarized. You need the following documents for your visa:

• A Visa application form. This is available online.
• A valid passport (that is valid till 12 months after your scheduled return).
• Copy of your passport data.
• And 3 biometric photographs (passport size).
• A cover letter (you should explain the objective of your visit, how you plan to find employment, and your plans if you cannot find a job).
• Proof of academic qualification from a German or non-German university. ( in case of non-German get them verified from anabin website).
• Proof of your previous work experience.
• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) of Europass format.
• And the proof of accommodation in Germany (where you will be staying during your visit).
• Proof of financial means to cover the costs of your stay in Germany. You can prove this by showing the following documents:
  • Obligation letter by a sponsor living in Germany
  • Blocked bank account

• And documents to prove your personal status, such as birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc. (with English translation)
• English Language proficiency test i.e. IELTS or TOEFL
• German language proof of at least B1 level
• Proof of your health insurance

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Job Seeker Visa Procedure

The complete procedure for applying for the Job seeking visa is as follow:

• Application form for Germany job seeker visa: Complete the application form online carefully and correctly, and sign it at the end. Make sure everything is correct and up to date. Comply with other required documents. Verify twice before you sign it.
• Collect all the required documents as required by the German embassy.
• Submit all the required documents and visa application form.
• As you submit documents book an appointment for the Visa interview at the German Embassy,
• You have to give an interview. And pay the visa fee.
• Your documents will be submitted to the visa officer. And you wait for the approval.
• If you are approved you can move to Germany in search of employment.

Cost for Germany job seeker visa

The job seeker visa in Germany is the cheapest compared to other European states. It costs about 60-75 Euros.

Except the job seeking visa fee. You also need to pay for:

• Notarization of your documents
• You have to block an amount in your blocked amount. It is usually about 5500-6000 Euros for six months.
• You have to pay for the six-month travel and health insurance.

Germany job seeker visa age limit

There is no age limit for job seeking visa. There are some points that you should keep in mind. The retirement age in Germany is 67. So the applicant should not be older than 67.

Germany is looking for fresh and young minds. They can contribute more and for a longer period. Your age should be less than 50 years so you can contribute at least for 17 years. The younger you are the more chances you have.

Germany job seeker visa success rate

Germany is looking for skilled labour. In 2018 more than 27,000 skilled non-EU migrants moved to Germany. It is more than any previous year. A recent study found that Germany would need 146,000 workers each year from non-EU countries.
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The success rate totally depends on your skills and field. IT and Computer Specialist are more in demand. Your personal profile also plays a major role. The knowledge of German language is one of the biggest factors. B1 and above is the plus point.

Germany gives 1st priority to German nationals 2nd to other Europeans. If they need more candidates or there is no suitable employee then they higher from non-EU countries.

Can you extend my job seeker visa in Germany

No, it is not possible. You have to leave Germany before your visa gets expired. You can reply again. Before you do that I would suggest you improve your profile. You can do a short course or improve your German language. So you can easily convince the visa officer. If you don’t get a job within six months it means either there is a huge competition in your field or there is no big market. Do an in-depth search and land in Germany at the right time.

Benefits of Germany job seeker visa

The list of Germany job seeker visa is really long. I would like to share some of them.

• German economy ranks among the top 5 strongest economies in the world. It means higher salaries and better living standard.
• There is a huge deficiency of skilled labour in Germany. The chances of getting your dream job are much higher.
• Germany is less expensive as compared to other developed Europian countries.
• As soon as you get a Blue Card in Germany you can invite your spouse and they can work too.
• With a B1 German certificate, you can have Permanent German Residence in just 22 months.

Germany job seeker visa interview questions

Well, most of the time the embassy ask the basic questions.
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• Why do you want to move to Germany?
• Why don’t you want to work there?
• Will you come back?
• What if you don’t find the job?
• Are you interested to get permanent residence?
• Do you have previous work experience?

There are more general questions for every kind of Visa. We have compiled a list of interview question that embassy asks during the interview. Please check by yourself.

After arriving in Germany

After you have reached Germany you must do the following things first:

• Either you bring some Euros (1000-1500 Euros) with you or exchange your currency
• Buy a bus ticket or get a taxi to your accommodation.
• Registering your address
• Activating your blocked account
• Then look for the job

We hope this article helps you get a job seeker visa for Germany.

Also, learn about:

• Germany Training/Internship Visa
• Germany Business Visa
• German Tourist and Visitor Visa
• Germany Freelance Visa

What is Germany Medical Treatment Visa?

A Medical Visa is a visa that permits you to enter in Germany for getting medical treatment. This visa gives you the right to get any kind of medical service in Germany. However, you should be able to afford it.

Do I need a visa for treatment in Germany?

You do not need this visa if you are citizen of Schengen states. You will need a visa if you are a citizen of non-Schengen state. And your country does not have visa liberalization with Schengen states.

Types of medical visa

There are two types of visa depending on the length of your stay. These are:
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For stays up to three months

If you want visa for up to 90 days (3 months) for medical treatment. Then you will need a Schengen Medical visa for Germany.

If you are from the Schengen area you do not need this visa. Instead, you have to make medical arrangements with the clinic or hospital. For receiving health treatment.

For stays longer than three months

If you need a visa for treatment longer than three months. You will need a National Medical visa.

Germany medical treatment visa requirements

You will need the following documents when applying for Medical treatment visa:

• Visa application form completely filled and signed by the applicant.
• Two recent bio-metric photographs with white background.
• Your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date.
• A copy of passport data page.
• You need proof of accommodation. Accommodation proof can be:
  • Accommodation in the Medical hospital.
  • A Hotel reservation
  • Or Letter of invitation from a sponsor.
  • Rent Contract.

• Proof of Travel insurance
• Proof of Health insurance
• Copy of flight booking and itinerary for the whole trip
• And documents to prove your personal status, such as birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc. (with English translation)
• Proof of paid visa fee.
• Financial proof that shows you have sufficient means to pay the medical expenses for your treatment. You can prove this through:
  • Bank statements.
  • Letter from the sponsor in Germany. And bank statements of the sponsor.
  • Proof of advance payments for the treatment.
  • Verbal note from the Ministry of Health in your home country. That verifies that they will be covering the costs to your health.

Other Documents

You need some other documents depending upon your employment status. These are:
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For employed:

• Leave approval from employer stating name, position, salary, duration of employment, address and contact numbers of the employer
• And Original bank statements of the last six month.
• Proof of income tax payment (FBR)
• Last three salary slips

For self-employed:

• You need a copy of the business license
• Attach original bank statements of the last six months
• proof of income tax payment (FBR)

For student:

• As a student, you need proof of your enrollment from University.
• No objection letter from your institute

For retired:

• Pension statement for the last 6 months

For minor

• Birth certificate
• The letter of consent signed by both parents if travelling without parents with third
• The letter of consent signed by other parents if travelling without one parent

Documents specifically for treatment

• A letter from a doctor from your home country. That confirms you need medical treatment in Germany.
• Proof treatment appointment by the receiving medical hospital or clinic in Germany
• Correspondence between your sending medical doctor and the receiving medical doctor in Germany
• Guarantee letter from you to assure that you are able to pay the extra medical costs. In case of unexpected costs of medical treatment were to happen.

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Where can I apply for visa?

For the German medical treatment Visa you have to apply at the German Embassy or Consulate of Germany of your country.

Procedure

The procedure you need to follow to apply for this visa is as follow:

• Fill the online application form with correct information very carefully. Print the form and sign it.
• Gather the required documents for a Germany Medical Visa.
• Make an appointment online for the visa at the German embassy in your country.
• On the day of the interview take all the required documents to attend the interview.
• Pay your visa fee.
• Give an interview. And then wait for the approval.

Germany medical treatment visa fees

If you are going to Germany for up to 90 days (3 months)to receive your treatment. Then the visa fee for the visa is 60 Euros only. Although for children it is only 35 Euros.

However, if you have to stay in Germany for longer than 3 months. Then you need to pay visa fee for a long-stay visa. It is usually 75 Euros.

How long does it take to get German visa after interview?

The medical treatment visa processing on average takes 10-15. But it may take longer if the embassy is processing a lot of visa applications.

Note: If your health condition is worsened, and you need a visa urgently, your application can be processed quicker than normal.
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Frequently asked questions

Can medical visa be extended in Germany?

If your health condition has not improved and you need medical treatment for a longer period. Then you have to apply for Medical Treatment Visa extension.

 You will have to get an appointment at the Foreign office of your treatment city in Germany. You need to take a document from your hospital. It should verify that you need to stay in Germany for a longer period in order for your conditions to improve.

Note: You have to apply for a visa extension before the expiration of your current visa. Because once your visa expires, you cannot apply for an extension.

Can I bring family members with me?

Yes, you can bring your family member under two conditions:

• If the person who has to receive medical treatment in Germany is underage. Then a guardian is allowed to accompany them.
• Also, in case the person who needs medical treatment is very ill. And he needs a family member to stay next to them to take care of them.

We hope this article helps you get a German medical visa.

Also, learn about:

• Germany Training/Internship Visa
• Germany Job Seeker Visa
• German Tourist and Visitor Visa
• Germany Freelance Visa

What is a business visa in Germany?

Germany has many world known companies. If you have a partnership or collaboration with them, you may have to travel to Germany for doing business. A business visa allows you to travel to Germany. And carry out your business affairs. You can go on a business visa for meetings, attending seminars and conferences, attending promotional affairs and other business-related activities.

A Germany Business visa also called a Schengen short-stay visa. It permits you to enter and remain in Germany for up to 90 days within 6 months. Unless it is not specified differently in the visa sticker.

Do I need a visa for doing business in Germany?

You do not need this visa if you are a citizen of Schengen states doing business in Germany. You will need a visa if you are a citizen of a non-Schengen state. And your country does not have visa liberalization with Schengen states.
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Germany Business VISA Visa Requirements

The main part of getting Germany tourist visa is gathering the required documents. The main documents required are as follow:

• Visa application form completely filled and signed by the applicant.
• Two recent bio-metric photographs with white background.
• Your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date.
• A copy of passport data page.
• Accommodation proof or hotel reservation for covering the entire period of travel.
• An invitation letter from the business partner, the private or public organization in Germany. It should be in your name and indicating the purpose and trip dates. 
• Copy of flight booking and itinerary
• Proof of Travel insurance
• Proof of health insurance

Additional Documents

You need some other documents depending upon your employment status. These are:

For employed:

• Original bank statements of the last six month.
• Proof of income tax payment (FBR)
• Last three salary slips
• National Tax Number Certificate (NTN) for the previous two years

For self employed

• You need a copy of the business license
• Attach original bank statements of the last six months
• National Tax Number Certificate (NTN) for the previous two years
• Proof of income tax payment (FBR)

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Where can I apply for visa?

For the German business Visa, you have to apply at the German Embassy or Consulate of Germany of your country.

Procedure

The complete procedure to get the business visa is as follow:

• Fill the online application form with correct information very carefully. Print the form and sign it.
• Gather the required documents for a Germany business Visa.
• Make an appointment online for the visa at the German embassy in your country.
• On the day of the interview take all the required documents to attend the interview.
• Pay your visa fee.
• Give an interview and then wait for the approval.

Germany business visa fees

The visa fee for the German short stay Visa is 60 Euros only. You can pay the fee in the local currency. It will be according to the exchanges rates approved by the embassy.

Note:  the visa fees will not be refunded in case of the visa rejection. And the prices are subject to change at any time.

Business Visa Processing Time

The German visit visa processing on average takes 10-15 days. But it may take longer if the embassy is processing a lot of visa applications.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it necessary to check immigration to enter Germany on Business Visa?

If you are a non-EU citizen then you have to get an entry stamp on your passport as you enter Germany. If your stay is more than 90 days then you must register your stay with the foreign police office.

Can I visit Schengen countries if I am going to Germany on a business visa?

For the business visa, you will get a short stay Schengen visa. And it is valid for the whole Schengen area and not specifically for Germany. So you can visit other countries. But pay attention to the maximum stay duration mentioned on your visa.

May I enter and exit from two different countries with a Schengen business visa?

The answer to this is yes. The Schengen visa allows you to enter any Schengen country regardless of issuing country and can exit through another Schengen country. There are no border checks between these countries.

What are multiple entries on single business visa?

The multiple entries business visa allows you to enter Germany more than once in a specified period. But with conditions that you cannot overstay the number of permitted days.

 You may also get a multiple entry visa with a validity of one year or more. However, in this case, you should not violate the 90-days in 6 months rule. According to which when you wish to enter Germany, you have to check and count whether you have stayed in the Schengen Area more than 90 days in the last 180 days.

Can I apply for a job in Germany on a business visa?

No, a business visa is a short term visa which allows you to conduct your business. If you are interested in a job. Apply for job seeker visa.

We hope this article helps you get a German business visa.

Also, learn about:

• Germany Training/Internship Visa
• Germany Job Seeker Visa
• Germany Business Visa
• Germany Freelance Visa

What is a Tourist and Visit Visa?

A tourist/visit Visa in Germany is called Schengen visa. A Schengen Tourism / Visitor visa was established by the Schengen states, which gives you the chance to visit all of the other Schengen states with Germany. Schengen visa is for tourism or visiting friends and family members. The Schengen visa does not allow you to work or study.

Do I Need a Tourist Visa to Travel to Germany?

Your need for tourist or visit visa depends on the state you are the citizen of.

You do not need this visa if you are:

• Citizen of countries that are in Schengen states.
• Or a citizen of countries that developed a visa-free agreement with the Schengen states.
• Or not a citizen of these states but living in the Schengen states with a national visa or have permanent residency.

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You will need a visa if you are a citizen of a non-European state. And your country does not have visa liberalization with Schengen states.

Germany Tourist/Visitor Visa Application Requirements

The main part of getting Germany tourist visa is gathering the required documents. The main documents required are as follow:

• Visa application form completely filled and signed by the applicant.
• Two recent bio-metric photographs with white background.
• Your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date.
• Accommodation proof for covering the entire period of travel.
• Cover letter stating purpose your purpose of visit.
• Proof of Travel insurance
• Proof of health insurance
• Copy of flight booking and itinerary
• Original and photocopy of Family Registration Certificate (with a certified translation in English)
• A letter of invitation from the person you are visiting. You need to include a form of sponsorship or private accommodation. The invitation letter should contain the address, length of stay and contact details of the sponsor.

For employed

• Leave approval from employer stating name, position, salary, duration of employment, address and contact numbers of the employer
• And Original bank statements of the last six month.
• National Tax Number Certificate (NTN) for the previous two years
• Proof of income tax payment (FBR)
• Last three salary slips

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For student

• As a student, you need an original signed letter from the applicant institution.

For self employed

• You need a copy of the business license
• Attach original bank statements of the last six months
• National Tax Number Certificate (NTN) for the previous two years
• proof of income tax payment (FBR)

For retired

• Pension statement for the last six months

For minor

• The letter of consent signed by both parents If travelling without parents
• The form has to be signed by both parents
• And the copy of the parent’s passport data page

Where can I apply for a German visa?

For the German Tourist Visa, you have to apply at the German Embassy or Consulate of Germany of your country.

However, if you plan to visit other Schengen. You can apply at the German embassy only if Germany is your main destination. This means that you will enter other Schengen states after coming to Germany first.

Procedure

The procedure you need to follow to apply for this visa is as follow:

• Download the application form. And fill it carefully.
• Gather all the required documents.
• Book an appointment for the Schengen visa at the German embassy of your home country.
• Then submit the visa application fee.
• With all the required documents attend the interview.
• Then you wait for your approval of visa.

Germany visit visa fees

The visa fee for the German Tourist Visa is 60 Euros only. Although for children it is only 35 Euros.
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• Except for the visa application fee, you need to pay for the courier fee (for returning your documents and passport).

How long does it take to get a German visa after the interview?

The German visit visa processing on average takes 10-15. But it may take longer if the embassy is processing a lot of visa applications. Then tourism visas take a bit longer because the tourist and student visa are given priority.

Duration of visa

The German tourist visa permits you to travel to Germany for tourism with a maximum validity of 90 days (3 months) within a 180 days period.

Frequently asked questions

Can tourist visa be extended in Germany?

The visa in Germany can only be extended in special cases. These are:

• If due to natural reason like strike, weather conditions
• It can be extended due to medical reasons.

The German visa can also be extended in case of late entry. This means that the period has not been fully used because entered Germany late.

Can you work in Germany with a tourist visa?

No, on a German tourist visa you are not permitted to work. You cannot do anything that will pay you. You cannot perform business as well on this visa.

Can you study in Germany with a tourist visa?

No, the tourist visa does not permit you to study. With this visa, you can tour and do sightseeing only. For studying you need the student visa.

We hope this article helps you get tourist/visit visa for Germany.

Studienkolleg in Germany

Studienkolleg is a preparatory course designed to prepare the coming international students. It is also called “Foundation course”. If you are willing to study in Germany but your educational background does not qualify you for direct entry into a course of study. Studienkolleg will prepare you academically and linguistically for your further studies in Germany.

Who offers studienkolleg

You can study Studienkolleg at types of places in Germany. They are:

• Either at studienkolleg university.
• Or at university of applied sciences.

Private studienkollegs in Deutschland

You can study studienkolleg privately in Germany. You apply directly to the institute that offers studienkolleg. But for applying to private first check if it is valid in all Germany. Private studienkollegs are expensive. However, if you pass your Feststellungsprüfung after studying from a private institute. You are eligible for admission to bachelors.

Types of studienkolleg courses

The students are taught in two-semester courses. These are subject-specific depending upon your bachelor program. The university Studienkolleg offers the following courses for preparation:

• M-course: This is for medical, biological, Veterinary or pharmaceutical program.
• T-course: This is for mathematical, science or technical programs.
• W-course: This is for business, economics, law or social science programs.
• G-course: This is for humanity or German studies.
• S-course: This is for language and philology programs.

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The University of Applied Sciences offers the following studienkolleg courses:

• TI-course: This is for technical and engineering programs.
• WW-course: This is for economics and business programs.
• GD-course: This is for design and art programs.
• SW-course: This is for social science programs.

Why study studienkolleg?    

In Germany, education before undergraduate studies is 13 years. If you want to study in Germany, you have to check if your previous qualifications are recognized at German universities. Mostly EU-countries school leaving certificate are recognized in Germany. But if you are moving from the non-EU state you have to study a one-year foundation course. As most studies in Germany are in the German language. So German language classes are priority in a Studienkolleg course. They equip you with a solid level of knowledge in language so you are further able to study your bachelors.

How to apply for Studienkolleg?

To study Studienkolleg in Germany follow these steps:

Find a program and university you want to study

Look for the program you want to study. You can look this online at DAAD website or through uni-assist. You can also directly research on the internet for universities. Check the university and also their requirements. In some universities, you have to directly apply for the program. And they will refer you to the studienkolleg. Although, some ask you to apply through the Uni-assist.

Eligibility

You are eligible for the course if you have:

• Proof of at least the B1 level of German language knowledge
• And have cleared at least 12 years studies

Applying

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You have to apply to University to study studienkolleg. Firstly, you apply for university. And then they refer you to a studienkolleg. You can also apply directly to the Studienkolleg, if it is a private institution.

Some universities require you to apply through uni-assist. The application is made through the online application available at Uni-Assist website.

Studienkolleg requirements

 You require the following documents to apply for Studienkolleg:

• Your school-leaving certificate
• Proof of your previous education
• German Language proficiency certificate of at least B1 level
• A Europass format CV

You have to submit translated copies of all the above mentioned documents.

Get student visa for Germany

• You have to apply for a student visa as soon as you apply for the Program.
• And book an appointment at the German embassy of your country.
• You will receive an acceptance letter from the studienkolleg for the admission test.
• Take that letter and other required documents for the Visa interview.
• If you pass the interview you will receive your student visa.

Studienkolleg entrance exam

After you have received your student visa you travel to Germany for the admission test. To study Studienkolleg you need to give an entrance exam called “Aufnahmeprüfung”. This is basically to check if your German knowledge (B1 level). If it is sufficient to study in the foundation course. And it also checks your mathematics and other related subjects knowledge. If you pass this test you can study studienkolleg.
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Cost to study studienkolleg

There is no tuition fee for Studienkolleg. However, you pay a semester contribution fee. That varies for a type of course. It is usually between 100 to 400 Euro per semester. And the private studienkolleg charge you a fee.

Except this, you have to cover your living cost. That includes your accommodation, health insurance, food and books etc. This is usually 720 Euros per semester for students.

• You are not allowed to work while you are studying this course. However, it is possible to work during the semester break. If you take special permission from the foreign office.

How long is a foundation course/ Studienkolleg?

The foundation course is usually 1 year long. And this one year contains 2 semesters of studies.

What to do after studienkolleg?

An examination conducted is after the study of the foundation course called “Feststellungsprüfung”. This test will determine whether you are eligible for the admission to bachelors program. And if you want to get admission into the German university you will have to clear this course. So if you are not able to clear in one attempt, you will have to give this examination again. It is conducted twice in a year.

We hope this article helps you get admission to the Studienkolleg in Germany.

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  • Your name
  • Your date of birth
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  • Email
  • Blocked amount (depends on your stay length)
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