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A residence permit is required if you plan to stay in Germany for longer than 90 days as a student. You will need to show the visa officer that you have enough money to last a year. The amount retained in a Blocked Account would be €861 per month or €10,332 per year. A student's residency permit is valid for a maximum of two years. If the course lasts longer than the specified two years, it must be renewed.
A student can work 180 days half-time or 90 days full-time in a German academic year, according to visa restrictions. Germany is the only country where a student can work part-time in a technical field. Some institutions also offer Hiwi employment, which are part-time occupations on campus.
Choose the right visa category based on your study plan
Required for stays longer than 90 days. Must be converted to a Residence Permit after arrival. Requires a Blocked Account showing €10,332/year.
For students attending preparatory German language courses before joining a university program.
For students with Erasmus Mundus Scholarships. Language test scores not required.
Make sure you have all these documents ready before applying
Follow these steps to submit your student visa application
Once you receive your offer/admission letter from a German university, immediately begin preparing your documents.
Open a German Blocked Account (Sperrkonto) with providers like Fintiba or Coracle and deposit €10,332 minimum.
Indian students must get their academic documents verified by APS (Academic Evaluation Centre) in New Delhi.
Get photos that comply with German Mission biometric photo standards – plain background, no glasses.
Download and fill the National Visa Application Form from the official German Mission website. Print, sign, and attach.
Schedule a visa interview appointment online at the German Consulate / Mission in your city.
Check current INR exchange rate on the official German Mission website and prepare a Demand Draft for €75.
Submit all documents, provide biometrics, and attend the interview. Processing takes 25 days to 12 weeks.
Students can work 180 days half-time or 90 days full-time per academic year. Germany is unique in allowing students to work in technical fields part-time.
Funding options to support your education in Germany
Spouses and children may be allowed to live with you in Germany while you study, subject to adequate financing and living space. Cases are decided individually at the German consulate.
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